We give you the latest news on the future of Carlos Rodriguez: Pre-contract with Movistar but INEOS could break the bank to keep him
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In a recent interview with El País, Dave Brailsford, boss of the INEOS Grenadiers team, spoke about Carlos Rodriguez and the possibility of him continuing with the team despite having signed a pre-agreement with Movistar Team.
Brailsford praised Carlos Rodriguez, highlighting his intelligence and ability to learn, which he considers fundamental to his progress and growth potential. He added that Carlos is no ordinary rider and that his pleasant personality and positive mentality make him well-liked by everyone on the team. Without a doubt, Brailsford considers Carlos to be an exceptional rider and highlights his Spanish nationality.
When asked about Carlos' deal with Movistar Team and rumours that Brailsford wants him to stay with INEOS as leader, Brailsford avoided giving a concrete answer. He limited himself to saying that Carlos still has a current contract with INEOS and that, at the moment, they are focused on the race, taking it day by day and focusing their attention on the upcoming challenges.
Despite hints about Carlos Rodriguez's future, Brailsford avoided going into detail about contract negotiations. However, he acknowledged that the rest day is usually a day when renewals and transfers are discussed, and mentioned the proximity of Sallanches, where Carlos' agent Giuseppe Acquadro is based, to Italy, which could generate speculation about a possible negotiation.
Although an attempt was made to inquire whether Brailsford would leave the interview with a new contract signed with Carlos Rodriguez, he responded with a laugh and avoided giving a definitive answer, leaving the young Spanish rider's future with the INEOS team still uncertain.
El País also contacted Carlos Rodríguez's agent, who also did not rule out that he could continue in INEOS, but only after paying a penalty to Movistar Team: "There is a pre-contract signed with Movistar, but not a contract. It's a probable option but not definitive. INEOS is still a possibility.
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💣💥 MUCHO MOVIMIENTO EN EL MERCADO DE FICHAJES 🗣️ Carlos Arribas informa que INEOS estaría dispuesto a indemnizar a Movistar para acabar con el precontrato de Carlos Rodríguez con Movistar Team 🎙️ @radio_cycling aporta que Remco Evenepoel estaría buscando equipo en el pelotón
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