Real Madrid Willing to Use Liverpool, PSG Target as Part of Blockbuster Offer for Man City Star
PSG's involvement in the Rodrygo situation remains unclear. According to Foot Mercato's Josué Cassé, the Brazilian forward is not currently a target for the French club, pushing back on a report from Sky Sports Germany's Florian Plettenberg, who noted that Tottenham Hotspur are also not pursuing him.
Still, Plettenberg has maintained that Liverpool and PSG are keeping a close eye on Rodrygo. PSG have shown genuine interest and continue searching for a top young winger, though any move will likely depend on how the market develops in the coming weeks.
Real Madrid want to use PSG, Liverpool target in a swap dealCaughtOffside reported Saturday that Real Madrid, according to sources, considered a bold offer to try and lure Manchester City into negotiations—one that included Rodrygo, Eduardo Camavinga, and €40 million.
But Manchester City have no interest in letting go of one of their most important players. Under new sporting director Hugo Viana, the club is preparing a contract extension for Rodri that would keep him at the Etihad through the 2029–2030 season, aiming to secure his long-term future and fend off transfer interest.
Recently, Diario AS reported that Real Madrid is ready to lower their initial asking price for Rodrygo to make a summer sale happen. They're now open to offers below €90 million.
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