Luis Figo responds to Real Madrid links with Rodri Hernandez

Luis Figo responds to Real Madrid links with Rodri Hernandez Although Real Madrid themselves were not directly involved in the World Cup 2026, the international competition can still impact the Merengue club significantly. They have a tradition of signing some of the brightest players in the competition, as seen in the signings of players like James Rodriguez, Sami Khedira, Mesut Ozil, and Ronaldo Nazario. This year, they are once again being linked some players who had a standout World Cup. This is particularly the case with Michael Olise, who continues to be linked with Los Blancos after his performances for France, and especially his partnership with Kylian Mbappe, in the World Cup. Another such player who once again started to be linked with Real Madrid because of his World Cup campaign was the Spanish midfielder Rodri Hernandez. The Merengues are reportedly looking for another experienced midfielder going forward, and the Manchester City man is a particularly suitable candidate for them. One individual to give his opinion on this potential signing for Los Blancos was the Portuguese icon Luis Figo, who himself was once a record-breaking signing for Real Madrid, and those transfer still remains memorable because he joined directly from the Merengues’ archrivals, FC Barcelona. As Diario AS has reported, while analyzing the situation for Betfair, he commented on this potential transfer in the following way: “I know there has been talk about the possibility of Rodri joining Real Madrid. I think it will be difficult because he is under contract with Manchester City, but everyone knows that Real Madrid always want to sign the best players in the world.” The former Real Madrid forward saw Rodri as a candidate to win the next Ballon d’Or, but believed he would face significant competition from some other players: “I see the Ballon d’Or being between Rodri, Mbappé, Vitinha and Doué… For me, Rodri had a great World Cup even though, in terms of goals or assists, he did not stand out much.” “Mbappé’s outstanding World Cup will surely put him among the potential winners as well. And I would also include some PSG players who won the Champions League again. The whole year should be taken into account. Naturally, the World Cup can tip the balance when choosing the winner, but domestic titles and the Champions League are also very important.” “I would probably highlight Vitinha and Doué, who have had great seasons even though the World Cup did not go as well for them, especially in Portugal’s case. I would include all of them among the candidates.” Regarding Real Madrid itself, the Portuguese legend believed their most significant challenge next season will be to get back to winning ways: “I think the most important thing for Real Madrid now will be to start winning again after two years without trophies.” Some recent reports have denied that Real Madrid are planning to make a move for Rodri Hernandez this summer , but there is no doubt that he has had an excellent World Cup and his addition to the Merengue team would not be too bad an idea.