Ángel Martínez
Tercera División RFEF - Promotion - Play-offs · Defender · #12 · Spain · 31 yrs
Tercera División RFEF - Promotion - Play-offs · Defender · #12 · Spain · 31 yrs
The race to sign Rodri from Manchester City includes Real Madrid, Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain. Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona have joined Real Madrid in the race to sign Rodri from Manchester City, with the Spanish midfielder emerging as a potential target for several of Europe’s biggest clubs. The interest from the two clubs was reported by Fabrice Hawkins of RMC Sport. Rodri’s situation has attracted attention because of his importance to Manchester City and his status as one of the best midfielders in the world. Paris Saint-Germain were not expected to look for a midfielder in this transfer window, but the chance to sign a player of Rodri’s quality is something they do not want to miss. For Barcelona, it could also be a huge addition, as their pursuit has been fueled by Frenkie de Jong‘s injury, which could keep the midfielder out for around six months if his MCL tear requires surgery. The main issue would be the financial aspect, as their priority is to sign a top forward. Real Madrid’s interest in Rodri Real Madrid were the club most interested in Rodri, with the player also wanting to move to the Spanish club. However, president Florentino Perez initially preferred to focus on younger players, which affected the possibility of the club making a move for the Manchester City midfielder. Perez may change his opinion (Angel Martinez/Getty Images) The situation could now change after the board and Jose Mourinho pushed for Real Madrid to reconsider their approach and look into the possibility of a transfer. Rodri’s quality and experience could make him an important addition to the squad, but Manchester City may not be easy to convince to sell. English reports indicate that Manchester City may want €100 million (approximately $116 million) for Rodri, a figure that could make any potential transfer difficult to complete. Real Madrid will now also face competition from PSG and Barcelona if they decide to make a serious attempt to sign the midfielder, who could even stay with Manchester City until his contract ends. Rodri’s contract could make a transfer possible The viability of a Rodri transfer could be increased by his contract situation at Manchester City. His current deal is set to expire next year, meaning the English club could face a decision over whether to sell him before he enters the final months of his contract or risk losing control of his future. A contract expiring next year could make the midfielder more attainable for interested clubs, particularly if Manchester City are unable to reach an agreement over an extension. The club not needing to sell Rodri may ultimately be what prevents negotiations from happening.
Amid the rumored exit of Manchester City for Pep Guardiola, Fabio Capello doesn't think he would be the ideal manager for Italy. Italy’s struggles may not be over after failing under Gennaro Gattuso to qualify for the World Cup. This was their third consecutive elimination, which opened up the Italy job. Pep Guardiola has been linked with the position amid rumors he could leave Manchester City, but Fabio Capello explained in an interview with La Gazzetta dello Sport why he would not be the best fit. Capello said: “He is a great coach with great qualities. He always manages to do very well everywhere at club level. The national team is a different job. You do not work every day, and that is exactly where the difficulty lies: you are not a coach, you are a national team manager.” The veteran coach knows very well the differences between managing a national team and working at a club, having led England and Russia after beginning his career with giants like Real Madrid, Milan and Juventus. Capello on Manchester City’s power The Italian manager was right that the job is completely different at a club than at a national team. Even if he did not mention Manchester City directly, he was critical of Guardiola’s ability to sign players before praising his coaching ability. Capello has a vast experience (Angel Martinez/Getty Images for Laureus) For the former manager, the main challenge would be adapting to the lack of depth he might face at the national team level, which would be the complete opposite of a club where he can get almost any player he wants. Capello said: “We are talking about a great coach, but one who is used to saying things like, ‘I need two midfielders,’ and then the club buys them for him. Here, you do not find them that easily, and that is the difference. The team has to improve in a different way. But the results speak for themselves and show everything he has achieved. It would be something new, and because he is an intelligent person, it is possible he would quickly understand how to do it.” Capello on Italy’s pressure What has been clear about the recent failures of a country that has won four World Cups in its history is that the pressure on the players has been too much. Even if the last few generations have not been as talented as some of the past ones, the psychological pressure has also been a huge burden. Capello said: “You must be good at finding the right players who can truly perform for the Azzurri the same way they do for their clubs, because that is exactly the problem. Many players struggle under the pressure of wearing the Italy shirt.”
Real Madrid can't have easy days as Kylian Mbappé detailed why Alvaro Arbeloa put him on the bench. Problems never seem to end for Real Madrid fans. They could not even enjoy the win over Real Oviedo because another controversy is already making headlines. In a match where he started on the bench, Kylian Mbappé claimed Álvaro Arbeloa told him something unbelievable, if true. Mbappé said: “I am at 100%. I did not play because the manager told me I was the fourth forward on the team behind [Franco] Mastantuono, Vinicius and Gonzalo [García]. I was ready to start. It is his decision and you have to respect it. I am not angry.” This was another unnecessary scandal involving Real Madrid players after the fight between Federico Valverde and Aurelien Tchouameni. The week was not very calm either after Florentino Perez called elections in a press conference. All of this makes the club look even worse than not winning titles. Mbappé on his relationship with Arbeloa The French forward spoke to the media to respond to criticism about several issues: “I prefer to talk here, with my mouth, so it is clearer. My only responsibility is to play well and give everything for the badge.” Mbappé wasn’t in the lineup (Angel Martinez/Getty Images) But the most controversial thing he said was about Arbeloa’s decision, even though he made it clear he has no issue with him. Still, his explanation for being on the bench caused a scandal. Mbappé said: “I do not have any issue with Arbeloa. You have to respect him. You have to accept the manager’s philosophy, and I need to improve to play ahead of Vini, Gonzalo and Mastantuono. I do not watch his press conferences. I have French TV at home, not Spanish TV.” Mbappé on Xabi Alonso The quick exit of Xabi Alonso from Real Madrid in January left the player as the main person responsible for not following what the manager wanted. While he did not confirm any problems with him, his answer was striking given how his spell at the club ended. Mbappé said: “I have a great relationship with Alonso. But that is in the past. We should look forward.”
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