Manchester City are set to reward Rodri with a bumper new contract, which will bring him on par with that of the club’s highest earners.
According to The Mirror, Rodri could be ready to sign a new deal in Manchester City that would come with a massive pay raise. The 28-year-old star could double his money by signing the new contract, as he could go on par with some of the highest-paid players at the Etihad.
Rodri set for a new contract
Manchester City and their fans know well who their important players are, as some often underestimate Rodri. The 28-year-old star has been the top performer for club and country in recent years, as he was recognised as the best player at the Euros during the summer.
Last season, he was instrumental in helping Manchester City lift their fourth straight Premier League title. Manchester City lost only those games that he missed. They had been planning on handing him a new deal despite his current contract having three years to run.
Manchester City are aware of Real Madrid’s interest and wants to secure the midfielder’s signature for many more years. The 28-year-old star is entering his peak years, and they want to recognise his stature by handing him a massive pay rise that would double the midfielder’s current wages.
With the new deal, Rodri could be among the current high-earners at the club, including Erling Haaland and Kevin De Bruyne. Should he commit to new terms, Rodri could become untouchable at the club, which has understood his importance to this side and is widely considered the best holding midfielder in the world.
Manchester City keen on adding a midfielder
Pep Guardiola wanted to foolproof his side’s midfield last season when they made a considerable attempt to sign Declan Rice, but they eventually got beaten by Arsenal for his signature. They ended up signing Mateo Kovacic and Matheus Nunes, with the latter underwhelming in his displays.
There were rumours of a move for Bruno Guimaraes, but Newcastle United held firm and will block any move this late in the window. Hence, there are doubts about whether they will add another body to their midfield within the time remaining in this window. Still, they are seeking to bring another solid presence to play alongside Rodri either now or in the near future.
