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PSG eye €100 million swoop for Real Madrid attacking sensation in the summer
The summer of 2025 is going to be an important one for Real Madrid. There will be much consolidation within the team and it won’t be surprising to see many players leaving the club.
To that end, one of the players who has been frequently linked with a move away from the Santiago Bernabeu is Rodrygo.
Earlier in the season, Rodrygo’s future was subject of much debate as it was thought that he could struggle following the arrival of Kylian Mbappe.
Things have improved since, with Rodrygo’s form also significantly getting better in recent weeks. However, one of the top clubs in Europe are weighing up a move for the Brazilian next summer.
PSG eye move for Rodrygo
Indeed, a recent report from RMC Sport (h/t Mundo Deportivo) suggests PSG are eyeing a move for Rodrygo next summer.
The Real Madrid forward has become the club’s transfer priority for the summer of 2025, as coach Luis Enrique looks to shore up his options going forward.
Rodrygo’s current deal at Real Madrid does not expire until 2028 while the player has a €1 billion release clause embedded in his contract.
PSG are obviously not looking to meet the forward’s release clause, but they are open to paying up to €100 million for the Brazilian international.
That said, the French giants are aware of the fact that Real Madrid will make things as difficult as possible, especially considering the fact that relationship between the two clubs are at all time low.
At the same time, though, Real Madrid may have a battle on their hands as they look to keep hold of Rodrygo, who has also been linked with a move to Liverpool as a potential replacement for Mo Salah.
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Carlos Espi reacts after scoring match-winning goal in Elche 2-3 Real Madrid: ‘Starting like this is a dream’
Carlos Espi is becoming Real Madrid’s unlikely late-game specialist.
The 21-year-old once again came off the bench to rescue Jose Mourinho’s side, this time scoring the 91st-minute winner in a dramatic 3-2 victory over Elche.
It was his second goal for the club, and both have arrived at crucial moments.
Speaking to Real Madrid TV after the match, Espi could barely contain his excitement.
“I’m so happy—the happiest man in the world. I try to help the team any way I can, and every time I step onto the field, I give it my all and come away feeling great.
“Starting like this has been a dream. This isn’t over yet; we’re going to keep going because we have Sunday’s match coming up.
Carlos Espi winning goal in Elche vs Real Madrid game. Mbappe assist. pic.twitter.com/STJBV3ikQL
— Daily Foot Vibes (@dailyfootvibes) September 16, 2026
“This is a team effort. All of us who take the field make the most of our opportunities and give it our all,” he began.
Espi keeps making his minutes count
There is a growing pattern to Espi’s involvement. Even though he has yet to start a match for the first team, that has not stopped him from making an impact.
His first goal arrived against Espanyol in Real Madrid’s opening game, when another late strike helped secure the result.
Against Elche, he was required again after Real Madrid surrendered a two-goal lead and suddenly found themselves in serious trouble.
Espi eventually appeared at the back post in the 91st minute and finished the move to give Mourinho’s team all three points.
The youngster shared the credit with his teammates, but he also had special praise for the player who supplied his decisive moment.
That assist came from Kylian Mbappe, whose presence has made Espi’s route into the starting XI particularly difficult.
“It’s unbelievable—it’s crazy to watch him train and play. In this case, he set me up for the goal, and I’m very happy for him, too.”
First Madrid derby already has Espi excited
The timing of Espi’s latest contribution could hardly be more interesting, as Real Madrid now face Atletico Madrid on Sunday, giving the forward an opportunity to experience his first Madrid derby.
“I’m really looking forward to it—I’m so excited. It’s my first derby here, and we’re going to go for it.”
For Mourinho, Espi is a useful option when matches become chaotic. He may not yet be a regular starter, but his two appearances on the scoresheet have carried considerably more weight than the minutes he has played.
