“I understand” – Rodri issues fresh update on Manchester City future | OneFootball

Manchester City’s Rodri has insisted he will not be thinking about his club future until after the upcoming FIFA World Cup in North America.

Following the monumental news that Pep Guardiola has officially brought his legendary decade-long tenure to a close, Manchester City’s hierarchy has moved decisively, finalising a deal to install former assistant Enzo Maresca into the Etihad Stadium dugout.

Despite City ending their gruelling 2025/26 campaign on a high with an impressive FA Cup and Carabao Cup domestic double, pushing through a further squad refresh remains the top priority for Sporting Director Hugo Viana.

The underlying anxiety surrounding the first-team spine has intensified following the end of the season, particularly with media speculation connecting defensive pillars Rúben Dias and Joško Gvardiol with potential moves away.

While the club initiated positive advanced contract extensions with key assets like winger Jérémy Doku, Rodri’s status as a fundamental anchor makes any ambiguity regarding his position critical. With only a year left on his contract, Real Madrid are claimed to have positioned themselves to test City’s resolve.

Rodri places Man City future talks on hold

Now, speaking to reporters from the Spanish national team’s training base, Rodri was quizzed by reporters on the FIFA World Cup and the nation’s hopes for the tournament, as well as whether fans should be on alert for developments concerning his future.

“I understand there might be some noise, but for me I’m obviously going to focus on the World Cup,” the Manchester City midfielder insisted.

He continued, “I’m not going to dedicate my time to that, and then after the World Cup let’s see.”

This is a developing story. More to follow.