Cristiano Ronaldo backed his old club Real Madrid and former rival Manchester City to return to the peak of their powers, as the two European giants approach the midpoint of what has been a difficult season for both.

Manchester City are in a critical situation and the winter transfer market is an opportunity to change things up.

Relevo says there was concrete interest from Manchester City during last summer's transfer window. Indeed, City even made an offer - but that was snubbed by Rodrygo. Real Madrid also have no interest in considering such a deal involving their attacking midfielder.

The transfer window is due to open at the start of January, and some big European clubs are looking for reinforcements

Real Madrid has a serious problem in the center of its defense. It has three center-backs (Militão, Alaba, and Rüdiger) and only one available.

Real Madrid are determined to build the best squad in Europe, and having Rodrygo Goes certainly helps them with that. The 23-year-old may not be a nailed starter like Vinicius Junior or Kylian

Real Madrid has reportedly been monitoring Manchester City's Erling Haaland recently, with his release clause set to activate next summer. However, it appears t

Rodrygo had reportedly rejected a "very attractive" Manchester City transfer offer in the summer window despite "personal problems" at Real Madrid.

Real Madrid forward Rodrygo reportedly turned down a lucrative offer from Manchester City last summer, reaffirming his commitment to the Spanish giants, reports Jorge Picon (h/t Madrid Xtra). It is