Real Madrid coach José Mourinho reacts to midfielder Rodri choosing Barcelona instead of joining Madrid, saying he does not need the player and that Madrid has “solutions” and “quality players.” Mourinho acknowledges that Real Madrid makes “a very good offer” to try to sign the Spain captain, but suggests uncertainty around Rodri’s situation influenced the club’s position.
Mourinho frames the decision as part of Madrid’s broader squad planning, arguing the club can compete without Rodri. In addition, he says Real Madrid’s transfer business is effectively finished, indicating the club is not planning further moves in response to the outcome. Across the outlets, the focus remains on Mourinho’s confidence in Madrid’s depth and his view that the club can move forward after missing out on Rodri to Barcelona.
