Mou: 'Doubts' made Rodri pick Barça over Madrid
José Mourinho revealed that he spoke to Rodri about joining Real Madrid, but seeing 'doubts' in the 2026 World Cup's best player led to the midfielder signing with Barcelona instead.
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Published Wed 19 Aug 2026
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José Mourinho revealed that he spoke to Rodri about joining Real Madrid, but seeing 'doubts' in the 2026 World Cup's best player led to the midfielder signing with Barcelona instead.
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