Manchester City star Rodri and Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton are on Real Madrid’s agenda for the summer. 

The La Liga side are focusing on bringing in a midfielder who will significantly raise their level.

Therefore, Real Madrid are looking for options in the market and have the Manchester City and Crystal Palace players in their list.

The Spain international knows the league from his time at Villarreal and Atlético Madrid. He’s also said the past connection with Los Rojiblancos won’t be an issue to join their local rivals.

Crystal Palace player alternative to Rodri

Monday’s edition of Mundo Deportivo looks at both Rodri and Adam Wharton and covers the latest.

Rodri’s contract expires in 2027 and he’ll turn 30 years of age in June. He also suffered a serious knee injury in September 2024. However, it would take €100m to get him away from Pep Guardiola’s side after this season.

Real Madrid could focus on other options if they decide against Rodri or find it difficult to secure the Manchester City’s man’s services. Both the Eagles player and Chelsea’s Enzo Fernández are his alternatives.

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