Manchester City Finds Potential Rodri Replacement at Liverpool
Manchester City is already preparing for the possible departure of Rodri, with Alexis Mac Allister emerging as one of the club’s alternatives. The Argentine could become a key piece in a transfer market that threatens to trigger an unexpected domino effect.
Manchester City Prepares for Life Without Rodri
Manchester City is beginning to make moves amid the possibility of losing one of the most important players in its squad. Rodri appears to be getting closer to leaving the Etihad to continue his career at Barcelona, a situation that would force the English side to find a top-level solution for a position that has been fundamental to its recent success.
According to information cited by talkSPORT, Alexis Mac Allister has already emerged on the list of candidates being considered by City to strengthen its midfield. The possibility is particularly intriguing for one obvious reason: the Argentine currently plays for Liverpool, one of Manchester City’s main competitors in the Premier League.
City has already begun exploring different alternatives. Among them are young players as well as footballers with Premier League experience, but Mac Allister stands out because of his knowledge of the competition and his experience at the highest level.
Mac Allister Emerges as a High-Impact Option
The Argentine’s candidacy has enough credentials to attract attention. Mac Allister joined Liverpool from Brighton in 2023 and quickly became a regular presence in the team.
His international experience is also significant. The Argentine was an important part of the Argentina squad that won the 2022 World Cup, while he also played a key role during the campaign that saw Liverpool win the 2024/25 Premier League title.
According to Ben Jacobs, a transfer expert, Mac Allister’s name has indeed been mentioned internally by Manchester City, although he clarified that there has been no contact with Liverpool and no negotiations are underway.
Man City Has Other Names on the Table
Mac Allister would not be the only alternative being considered to address the problem Rodri’s potential departure could create. Manchester City has also made progress on other deals, including the signing of Elliot Anderson, for whom the club reportedly paid around $155 million.
The club is also working on the arrival of Ayyoub Bouaddi, the young midfielder from Lille. According to the information provided, personal terms have already been agreed with the player, although City reportedly believes that more experience is still needed in the center of the pitch.
In that scenario, Enzo Fernandez and Adam Wharton also emerge as potential alternatives. The former would be particularly appealing to manager Enzo Maresca, while Wharton is viewed as another intriguing option because of his potential and playing style.
However, the financial factor could completely change the picture. A move for Enzo Fernandez would come at a significant cost, while City appears to be focusing much of its immediate effort on trying to complete the deal for Bouaddi.
Liverpool Faces Dilemma Amid City Interest
For Liverpool, the possibility of losing Mac Allister to Manchester City would be particularly difficult. The Argentine still has two years remaining on his contract with the Anfield club and is expected to play an important role in the project for next season.
Mac Allister finished the previous campaign with five goals from midfield and was named to the PFA Team of the Year, an accolade that reflects the level he can reach when he finds consistency.
The situation could become even more complicated if Rodri’s potential departure triggers a domino effect. Real Madrid has also reportedly been linked with Mac Allister in other transfer scenarios, while the futures of other midfielders could lead to further moves among Europe’s biggest clubs.
