City are planning to restart contract discussions with Rodri once his World Cup commitments are over, according to reporting from The Athletic’s Sam Lee, Thom Harris, Mario Cortegana and Guillermo Rai.
Little progress has been made so far, with talks having stalled in recent months.
It’s a conversation City have been trying to have for a while. Rodri has made clear throughout the tournament that his focus is entirely on Spain, telling reporters earlier in the summer that his future wasn’t something he was willing to discuss mid-competition. That stance holds regardless of tonight’s result against Argentina.
The delay leaves City in a holding pattern over one of their most important players. Rodri’s current deal runs to 2027, and Real Madrid’s interest hasn’t gone away — Jose Mourinho is understood to view him as a priority midfield target, though nothing concrete has emerged beyond the usual speculation.
For now, City’s attention — like Rodri’s — is on tonight.
He captains Spain against Argentina at MetLife Stadium in the World Cup final, with the club having sent their own message of support ahead of kick-off. Contract talk waits for August.
