Mourinho is the frontrunner to become the next Real Madrid manager. Jose Mourinho reportedly wants Manchester City midfielder Rodri to be his first signing as Real Madrid boss, as the self-proclaimed "Special One" prepares to take charge of the team for a second spell.
After weeks of speculation, it was widely reported on Monday that Mourinho has agreed to return to Real Madrid on a two-year deal.
An announcement is expected after Los Blancos' final game of the season against Athletic Bilbao, according to Sky Sports, with his official presentation scheduled for next week.
It comes 13 years after he was sacked by the Spanish club. Meanwhile, Mourinho will leave his job at Benfica after they finished the Primeira Liga season unbeaten. However, they missed out on a Champions League place after finishing third.
"My future has to be decided this week. I have a proposal from Benfica. I don't have a proposal from Real Madrid. At the same time, I was saying that to hide that there is nothing, we can't do this, there is something, but not with me directly. I need time, I need space, I need time to make my decision and this week I think will be very important," he said in a press conference on Sunday.
Mourinho has a tough job ahead of him. On the pitch, poor performances have led to another trophyless season. Off the pitch, the dressing room is in disarray after bitter infighting.
After such a disappointing season, many expect the club to make a statement of intent this summer, and Mourinho is already involved in planning for next season, according to Spanish publication Defensa Central.
In fact, Mourinho is "putting pressure on people at the club" to make a move for Manchester City midfielder Rodri, who could be available for just €30m.
The 29-year-old Spaniard, who missed most of last season after a torn anterior cruciate ligament, has continued to struggle with injury problems, but there is no denying his quality in full form.
Rodri has previously said he would like to return to Spain one day. Meanwhile, Pep Guardiola has said he would not stand in the way of Rodri if he wanted to move to Madrid.
Rodri's contract with Manchester City will expire in the summer of 2027 and City are keen to extend his stay.
Gabim i rëndë! Reali do fillojë të pagojë përfitimet e padrejta që ka pasur gjithë këto vite,dhe ky hap emërimi i një fosili si trajner do jetë hapi i parë drejt greminës. Mourinho nuk është trajner futbolli,fitonte dikur por tani nuk ka asnjë shans që t'i japë lojë Realit