Published: 22:30, 3 April 2026 | Updated: 22:30, 3 April 2026

Manchester City expect Rodri will sign a new contract despite the central midfielder talking up a future move to Real Madrid.

Pep Guardiola revealed confidence that the 29-year-old is going to pen fresh terms after City made an offer to the Ballon d’Or winner ahead of the final year of his deal.

Rodri had claimed on international duty that Real would be tough to turn down and insisted that his previous allegiance with city rivals Atletico would prove no barrier.

‘I know what the club wants,’ Guardiola said. ‘They informed me what they want from Rodri - it is to stay, stay, stay.’

Pressed on whether he believes Rodri will remain at the Etihad Stadium, Guardiola replied: ‘I think so. Always I had the positive (feeling) with that.

‘There is not one player who will turn down the chance to play for Madrid. He was born in Spain. Always my wish is that Rodri could stay as long as possible in this club

Pep Guardiola is convinced that...