ESPN FC 11 hours ago · 18 Aug 2026

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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