Real Madrid swiftly secured an agreement with Bundesliga side RB Leipzig to sign promising Ivory Coast forward Yan Diomande this summer.
PSG appeared to be the frontrunner for the young winger since the start of the summer transfer window, but Los Blancos managed to hijack the move at the last moment.
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The French club was displeased with how Madrid executed the transfer, even releasing a statement that detailed their decision not to proceed with signing Diomande.
Clearly, PSG is not happy with Madrid’s actions. According to AS, PSG’s president, Nasser Al-Khelaifi, is looking for payback.
He has reportedly intervened to engage in negotiations to sign Rodri, who is considered a key target for Real Madrid.
Diomande’s Transfer Triggers PSG’s Response
PSG believed they were in a strong position to acquire Diomande before Real Madrid entered the picture.
PSG is now keen on securing Rodri. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)
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Real Madrid’s late involvement led Diomande to prioritize a move to Santiago Bernabeu, causing PSG to withdraw from negotiations.
This disappointment reportedly motivated Al-Khelaifi to seek revenge, with Rodri identified as a key target for the Madrid side.
Despite PSG’s offer, the report suggests Rodri’s preference remains to return to La Liga if he decides to leave Manchester City.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid is actively pursuing a move for the Spanish midfielder, with recent reports indicating that Florentino Perez has finally approved an offer.
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Real Madrid Should Stay Focused
Real Madrid is pursuing a deal for Rodri. (Photo by Florencia Tan Jun/Getty Images)
Ultimately, whether PSG’s interest is driven by revenge or genuine sporting goals matters little for Real Madrid.
If Rodri wishes to join Real Madrid, the more significant hurdles will come from Manchester City’s position and the financial aspects of any potential deal, rather than the competition from PSG.
The rivalry between Real Madrid and PSG has escalated in recent seasons, with the current Diomande situation adding another chapter to their ongoing transfer battles.
It remains uncertain whether Rodri will end up at Madrid or maintain his stance on wanting to play for Los Blancos next season.