Journalist Sergi Valentin has reported that Jose Mourinho expressed dissatisfaction with the management of negotiations surrounding the potential transfer of midfielder Rodri to Real Madrid. According to Valentin, the situation arose despite Rodri initially indicating a willingness to join the madrid club. The source indicated that the delay in finalizing the transfer was attributed to the club’s scouting director, Juni Calafat, who reportedly advised Florentino Perez to pursue negotiations for a reduced transfer fee for the player.
This strategic hesitation, according to the report, proved to be a significant obstacle for Real Madrid. The prolonged negotiation period created an opening that allowed rivals from Barcelona, including coach Hansi Flick and sporting director Deco, to become involved. These parties reportedly capitalized on the timing to convince Rodri to seriously consider a move to “Camp Nou.”
Valentin claimed that this sequence of events resulted in Real Madrid losing an agreement that was reportedly nearing completion.
The setback was noted as a source of disappointment for Mourinho, who had viewed the acquisition of Rodri as a key piece necessary for bolstering the squad. The report focuses on the procedural aspects of the transfer failure rather than offering speculation on the club’s future strategy.
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