It was announced at the start. Put on the bench at the club World Cup, regularly relegated behind the Bellingham-Mbappé-Vinicius trio, Rodrygo seemed to have every reason to leave Real Madrid this summer. In the Premier League, Arsenal and Liverpool watched the slightest opening. And yet, the Brazilian decided to register in Madrid, against all odds.
According to ASRodrygo said internally that he wanted to stay in Real this season, despite fierce competition and declining use. The former Santos did not transmit any signal of an imminent departure, and did not be tempted by English advances. Liverpool, in search of a successor to Luis Diaz, and Arsenal, eager to strengthen his wings, see a priority file which is brutally closing.
A hierarchy that places him back
The arrival of Mbappé and the ramp -up of Vinicius reduced Rodrygo's room for maneuver. His contract runs until 2028, but his status has continued to crumble. Even Xabi Alonso, renowned for its ability to relaunch certain profiles, only established it once during the last club World Cup. A strong signal, which had fueled the starting rumors.
If the player camps for the moment on his position, Real does not exclude a sale in the event of a offer deemed sufficient. The club could thus release funds to strengthen its defensive line. But unless one reversal, the Brazilian seems determined to fight to regain his place.
Rodrygo between loyalty and personal strategy
It remains to be seen whether this loyalty is a sincere choice or a strategic posture. Rodrygo wants to convince. And if it succeeds, it could become the unforeseen piece of a Madrid puzzle already well supplied in offensive talent.
