Manchester City leaders are ready to offer Rodri a new financial package, which will translate into a huge pay rise for the Spanish midfielder. Manager Pep Guardiola is of the opinion that Rodri has become his most important player in the last year, and City are ready to reward the midfielder for his fantastic performances on the pitch.
Rodri currently earns around £180 a week at Manchester City and still has around 3 years left on his contract with his club, following a deal he signed in 2022. However, City officials do not want to wait for the player to come close to the end of his contract. contract to offer him a new deal. English media have announced that Rodri is expected to be offered a new deal, according to which the player will benefit from around 300 thousand pounds per week, a rather large increase compared to his current salary.
In addition to his impressive skills in the defensive midfield role, Rodri has also worn the captain's armband several times with the "citizens", and is expected to be the regular captain of Manchester City, the moment Kyle Walker and Kevin De Bruyne leave the club . It was Rodri who scored the only goal in last season's Champions League final, gifting Manchester City the long-sought title. Now, the "citizens" will face Real Madrid again, on their way to defend the title of European champion.
Meanwhile, Rodri has become an important player not only for City, but also for the Spanish national team. The midfielder has already secured his starting place with Spain and is expected to play a leading role in Euro 2024, in Luis de la Fuente's team.