Mbappé’s joining Real Madrid is naturally good news. As one of the strongest players in today’s football world, he will bring significant improvements in both strength and influence to Real Madrid.
Mbappé joining Real Madrid is no longer a secret.
However, for some players at Real Madrid, this might not necessarily be good news, especially for those who directly compete with Mbappé for positions. Currently, players directly competing with Mbappé include Vinicius Jr. and Rodrygo, particularly Vinicius Jr. Both Vinicius Jr. and Mbappé excel at the left-wing position. Although Vinicius Jr. is performing well at Real Madrid currently, the possibility of him being completely replaced is not very high.
The Real Madrid twin stars.
According to reports from “Marca,” there’s a possibility that Rodrygo might leave the club. Several Premier League powerhouses, including Manchester City, Arsenal, Liverpool, and Manchester United, have shown strong interest in the 23-year-old Brazilian winger.
Last summer, Premier League clubs inquired about Rodrygo’s transfer situation, but Real Madrid considered him as untouchable and even renewed his contract for this season. Their contract with Rodrygo will last until 2028, with a release clause of €1 billion.
Rodrygo has performed admirably this season.
This means that it’s nearly impossible to sign Rodrygo by paying his release clause. Negotiating with Real Madrid would be the only way, provided Rodrygo agrees to leave the club. Rodrygo has played 41 games for Real Madrid this season, scoring 13 goals and providing 8 assists, showcasing impressive performances. His market value is estimated to be around €100 million.
Few top clubs are keeping an eye on Rodrygo.
This price tag shouldn’t be a significant burden for Premier League clubs, but convincing Rodrygo to leave Real Madrid might pose a challenge. He has a strong emotional attachment to the club and is willing to compete for a starting position with his teammates, which could be the biggest obstacle.
Will we still see Rodrygo wearing the Real Madrid jersey next season?
Considering Rodrygo’s performances and versatility this season, he could greatly benefit any team he joins. However, for Real Madrid, having multiple top-tier attackers means they have a “happy dilemma.” How they adjust their lineup and manage their squad will be one of the most noteworthy topics in the summer.
