Mourinho Explains Why Rodri Did Not Join Real Madrid

Real Madrid head coach José Mourinho Manchester City’s former midfielder Rodri has clarified why he did not join the Spanish giants. According to insider and journalist Fabrizio Romano, the Portuguese coach stressed that the team’s midfield was already strong enough and that signing Rodri would only have been an added luxury.

“He would have been the cherry on the cake”: Mourinho’s statement

José Mourinho praised Real Madrid’s squad depth and said:

"Signing Rodri was not a vital necessity for us. We have no shortage in this area; he would simply have been the cherry on the cake. We have Tchouaméni, Camavinga, Valverde and Bernardo, while Arda Güler could also play in this position over time.", — said José Mourinho.

Rodri’s transfer and the situation in Real Madrid’s midfield

Rodri chose Barcelona as the new La Liga season begins

Earlier, reports emerged that Real Madrid had shown serious interest in Rodri and held negotiations. However, the experienced Spanish midfielder Manchester Cityand unexpectedly chose to join the club’s long-standing rival, Barcelona, signing a four-year deal with the Catalan side.

Real Madrid, coached by José Mourinho, will begin its official campaign for the new season on 22 August in the opening round of La Liga, facing Espanyol away from home.

Do you think Rodri’s move to Barcelona can change the balance of power in the La Liga title race, or will the midfield under Mourinho remain dominant enough?

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