Rodrygo’s ill-timed remarks in the week leading up to the Champions League final haven’t gone unnoticed at Real Madrid. The club views them as more than mere coincidence. They were displeased with his suggestion of considering a move and flattering Manchester City while the team was gearing up for the Wembley final. Since then, there’s been a buzz surrounding the Brazilian at the club, with reports indicating that he’s been assigned a price tag this summer.
His untimely statements seemed aimed at making waves during a crucial period of the season. Rodrygo made it clear that if his starting role changes, he’s contemplating a departure. With the arrivals of Mbappé and Endrick, securing a spot in the starting lineup looks increasingly challenging, with indications suggesting that the Frenchman will edge him out. In fact, Rodrygo’s recent comments are adding pressure on Ancelotti, hinting at the possibility of accommodating all three players on the pitch simultaneously.
Rodrygo and his representatives maintain that he has no desire to leave Real Madrid, where he’s tied down until 2028. However, going from a regular starter to a substitute is a different matter. Some media outlets speculate that if he loses prominence, he may seek a move to the Premier League, a destination he has openly expressed interest in. There have been direct inquiries and offers made regarding his situation, with Liverpool reportedly tabling a £100 million offer, which the club rejected. Nonetheless, Real Madrid may entertain offers around €150 million, as suggested by Defensa Central. Besides Liverpool, Manchester City also holds an interest, and either club could come forward with an enticing bid this summer.
Rodrygo’s situation is becoming increasingly complicated in his relationship with the club. The influx of attacking reinforcements could further complicate matters and pose a challenge for Ancelotti, despite the Italian’s staunch support for the player this season. Ancelotti has consistently fielded Rodrygo as a starter, overlooking his dips in form and goal droughts, while sidelining calls for Brahim to receive more opportunities.
Should Real Madrid decide to part ways with Rodrygo this or the following summer, the financial windfall and void left in the squad could pave the way for the arrival of Haaland. The Norwegian striker has long been on Madrid’s radar, and with his eye still on the Whites from Manchester, his addition could fill the void left by Rodrygo’s potential departure.
