The king's choice. Like his predecessor Carlo Ancelotti, Xabi Alonso (43) must manage a star-studded locker room at Real Madrid . And the Spaniard currently has his first headache to solve. He has to decide on the case of Rodrygo (24). For the past year, the rather discreet Brazilian has been making waves on the other side of the Pyrenees. There, the new magic trio of Kylian Mbappé, Vinicius Jr., and Jude Bellingham has been discussed, while also excluding him. This upset Rodrygo, who responded on social media by saying that the "R" shouldn't be forgotten.
Almost a year later, Madrid's players seem to want to erase that letter. The player no longer really fits into the plans of the Casa Blanca. The Spanish media have been repeating for weeks that Florentino Pérez, aware that he can't keep all his stars together, has decided to open the door to Rodrygo's departure. For his part, the striker has always maintained the same approach. No, he doesn't want to leave the Spanish capital. Yes, he wants to stay and continue winning titles for Real Madrid.
Real Madrid have announced their price for Rodrygo
Xabi Alonso, the new arrival on the Merengues bench, will have to make a decision. Preseason will be decisive. Rodrygo, who started against Al-Hilal (1-1), did not play his best game, much like the rest of the team. Yesterday, he did not come into play against Pachuca. This caused a stir . At the same time, Cadena SER informs us that Real Madrid has taken another step regarding his future. Thus, the Merengues have set his price at €90 million. In the event of a sale, they will use part of this money to recruit the midfielder so desired by Xabi Alonso.
Cadena SER adds that Arsenal are indeed interested in the Brazilian. The Gunners will make their move when Madrid officially opens the door to his departure. Currently, it's safe to say that the door is ajar, as a asking price has been announced. Meanwhile, the Spanish publication adds that the player, who is under contract until 2028 and has been followed by Manchester City in the very recent past, is keen to explore options other than Arsenal in the event of his departure. Chelsea, Liverpool, and even Manchester United have been mentioned as potential landing spots at one point. The Rodrygo saga is back in Madrid.
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