Man City Could Ask Star Player to Take Pay Cut for Rodri’s New Contract
Pep Guardiola will kick off the new Premier League season this weekend, and Manchester City will look to continue their dominance of the league by making a significant investment in their stars. One player who could be up for a pay rise is midfield maestro Rodri, whose importance to the team cannot be overstated.
According to reports, City will ask Kevin De Bruyne to take a pay cut to allow for a new contract that would make Rodri the highest-paid player at the Etihad. De Bruyne is set to earn a significant amount regardless, but his current deal will expire in 2027, and by taking a pay cut, he will ensure that Rodri becomes the focal point of the team.
Why the move? Rodri’s performance in the 2023/24 season was impeccable, and he has become one of the key players in Guardiola’s arsenal. He played a crucial role in helping the team win the Premier League title last season and was rewarded with a spot on the Spanish national team, where he won the Euro 2024 title as well as the player of the tournament award.
Given his importance, it’s only natural that City will want to secure his future by handing him a significant pay rise. Making him the highest-paid player at the club could be the key to keeping him happy and committed to the team.
Some may think that asking De Bruyne to take a pay cut is ridiculous, given his importance to the team. But we should not forget that De Bruyne’s current deal will come to an end soon, and he has reportedly considered a move to the Saudi Pro League. By taking a pay cut now, De Bruyne may ensure that his legacy at City stays intact while also giving the club the resources to build around their star players.
For City fans, there is one clear takeaway from these rumors: Rodri is here to stay. Whether De Bruyne ultimately takes the pay cut or not, it’s clear that the club has faith in their star midfielder.
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