Real Madrid Transfer News Roundup: Los Blancos suffer Rodri blow, club reject €100m offer for Brazilian ace, and more - August 19, 2024
Real Madrid were held to a 1-1 draw by Mallorca at the Estadi Mallorca Son Moix in La Liga on Sunday, August 18. Rodrygo Goes gave his team an early lead (13'), but Vedat Muriqi brought the hosts back into the game after the break (53').
Meanwhile, Los Blancos have suffered a setback in their plans to sign Rodri this summer. Elsewhere, the La Liga champions have turned down a massive offer for a Brazilian defender.
On that note, let's look at the major Real Madrid transfer stories from August 19, 2024.
Real Madrid suffer Rodri blow
Manchester City are planning to double Rodri's wages amid interest from Real Madrid, according to The Mirror.
The Spanish midfielder has been a key part of Pep Guardiola's plans at the Etihad ever since arriving at the club from Atletico Madrid in 2019.
His efforts have turned heads at the Santiago Bernabeu. It has been reported that Los Blancos are planning a move for the 28-year-old this summer. The La Liga giants bid adieu to Toni Kroos at the end of last season, while Luka Modric is also in the final phase of his career.
While Real Madrid are well stocked in the middle of the park, Rodri represents a best-in-class option who could elevate Carlo Ancelotti's team. The player's contract runs until 2027, but City are leaving nothing to chance.
The Spaniard currently earns £220,000 per week and the Premier League champions are ready to double his salary to keep Los Blancos and his other suitors away. That could effectively keep Rodri at the Etihad for a while.
Los Blancos reject €100m offer for Eder Militao
Real Madrid have turned down a massive offer for Eder Militao from the Middle East this summer, according to UOL Esporte.
The Brazilian defender has gone from strength to strength since arriving at the Santiago Bernabeu in 2019 from Porto.
Militao has established himself as a key component in Carlo Ancelotti's backline in recent seasons. He missed much of the last season with injury but remains a vital part of Los Blancos' plans.
His efforts have earned him admirers in Saudi Arabia. It is believed that an unnamed club of the Saudi Pro League offered the La Liga giants more than €100m to let the 26-year-old leave.
However, it was rejected by Real Madrid, who have no desire to let the Brazilian go. Recent reports have also suggested that Militao has been offered a massive contract to move to the Middle East.
But the player remains settled at the Santiago Bernabeu and is not considering an exit.
Real Madrid won't offload any senior players this summer, says Fabrizio Romano
Real Madrid will not listen to offers for any senior players this summer, according to acclaimed journalist Fabrizio Romano.
The La Liga giants have an enviable ensemble at their hands and many of their players are being eyed by suitors this year.
There's interest in Vinicius Junior and Eder Militao from the Middle East, with reports stating that the club have already rejected massive offers for the duo. Meanwhile, Rodrygo Goes' future has also been subject to speculation following Kylian Mbappe's arrival.
Liverpool and Manchester City are keeping a close eye on the 23-year-old, with Pep Guardiola eyeing him as a replacement for Julian Alvarez. However, Los Blancos have no desire to let Rodrygo leave either. But he could consider offers for younger players like Nico Paz.