Ex-Real Madrid star admits he tried to convince Barcelona star to join the club over the summer
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16-second readDani Carvajal, a former Real Madrid star now with Getafe, revealed that he attempted to persuade Rodri to join Real Madrid during the summer transfer window. Rodri was a target for both Barcelona and Real Madrid after expressing his desire to leave Manchester City. Carvajal admitted to speaking with Rodri and trying to convince him to choose Real Madrid.
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Dani Carvajal, a former Real Madrid star now with Getafe, revealed that he attempted to persuade Rodri to join Real Madrid during the summer transfer window. Rodri was a target for both Barcelona and Real Madrid after expressing his desire to leave Manchester City. Carvajal admitted to speaking with Rodri and trying to convince him to choose Real Madrid. The conversation included Rodri asking questions, according to Carvajal.
Rodri ultimately decided to join Barcelona over Real Madrid, citing personal preference. The transfer was highly anticipated, with both clubs vying for the midfielder's signature. Carvajal acknowledged that there were others trying to convince Rodri to join Barcelona, and he respected Rodri's decision. Carvajal's comments were made during an appearance on El Larguero of Cadena SER.
Carvajal's admission was reported by Get Spanish Football News, which cited Goal as the source for Carvajal's comments on El Larguero. The report provided insight into the behind-the-scenes efforts made by Real Madrid to sign Rodri. It highlighted the competitive nature of the transfer market between top Spanish clubs. The news outlet attributed Carvajal's statements to his appearance on the radio show.
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- Barcelona, Real Madrid
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Former Real Madrid star Dani Carvajal has revealed that he did his best to convince fellow countryman Rodri to take his talents to the Santiago Bernabéu. Midfielder Rodri was of course at the centre of a transfer tug-of-war between Spanish football’s two leading clubs this past summer. After making known his desire to bring a close to his Manchester City stint, the 30-year-old was sought out by those in a position of power at both Barcelona and Real Madrid. In the end, the move came down to personal preference, with Rodri having opted for the former. Prior to his call being made public knowledge, though, the World Cup winner was contacted by none other than Real Madrid icon Dani Carvajal.
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