Earthquake at Real Madrid: Sergio Rodríguez Resigns as Club Prepares Major Roster Overhaul

The turmoil at Real Madrid continues to grow. After Sergio Scariolo's confirmation as head coach and Juan Carlos Sánchez's return to full control of the basketball section, the club now faces significant changes in its sports structure.

The first major change directly affects Sergio Rodríguez. The former player has officially submitted his resignation to Real Madrid after being sidelined in the new organizational structure. His role was reduced to director of basketball operations, reporting directly to Juan Carlos Sánchez—a situation that ultimately precipitated his departure.

Alongside him, Martynas Pocius, who served as a scouting advisor, and Paco Robles, legal affairs advisor, have also resigned. Even Felipe Reyes could leave the club's structure as part of a reorganization that appears to be more extensive than initially anticipated.

In parallel, Real Madrid is preparing significant roster changes following a disappointing season. According to reports, the club intends to invoke the buyout clause on Alex Len, David Kramer, and Chuma Okeke. These departures are coupled with the urgent need to sign a replacement for Usman Garuba, who will miss next season due to a serious injury.

Trey Lyles, whose contract expires, will not continue either. The player is seeking to return to the NBA before reconsidering offers in Europe, where he has already generated interest in recent days.

With this scenario, Real Madrid would need at least five signings: replacements for Len, Kramer, and Okeke, a mandatory substitute for Garuba, and a shooting guard, a position the club considers a priority. Additionally, the departures of Lyles and Okeke would free up two non-EU roster spots, while Gabriel Deck would cease occupying one of them as he is expected to receive his Spanish passport imminently.

Source: encestando.es