In the final hours of the summer transfer window, a deal nearly sparked a sensational surprise within Real Madrid, even though it was never officially announced. The team’s star player, long considered a staple at the club, came within a step of an entirely unexpected scenario before the situation shifted at the crucial moment.
According to sources close to the club’s management, Real Madrid received a surprise call from an intermediary, inquiring about the club’s willingness to part ways with Brazilian star Rodrygo for a staggering offer between €85 and €90 million. The likely destination was a Saudi league club, which has been attempting to steal the spotlight by signing top-tier players for some time.
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Details indicate that Real Madrid’s management had not received an official offer, but rather a serious inquiry from a well-known intermediary. The player’s stance on the idea of leaving remained unclear, keeping matters in the realm of informal talks without any real progress at the negotiating table.
Although some digital platforms specializing in transfers confirmed increased interest, sources within the club emphasized that the player remains part of the team’s plans for the current season, and there is no intention of letting him go, especially given the technical staff’s belief in his ability to contribute meaningfully.
While Rodrygo has not started the season as a regular starter in Xabi Alonso’s squad, the Brazilian is determined to fight for his place. He is working hard on his physical and tactical development, and he aspires to claim the left-wing position, which he believes best suits his style, given his dribbling, shooting ability, and preference for attacking the goal directly.
However, the task will not be easy, as competition is intense with strong contenders like Vinícius Júnior, who is one of the top players in the world in that position, as well as Franco Mastantuono and the talented Brahim Díaz. This means Rodrygo will need an exceptional season to reassert himself.
Inside the dressing room, Rodrygo is aware that his stardom has somewhat faded, especially with the rise of players like Bellingham and Vinícius, and with the constant talk of potential arrivals like Mbappé. Nevertheless, he remains confident that he has what it takes to become a key player in Real Madrid’s future.
To return to stardom, however, he must deliver more than commitment. What’s required now is influence and decisiveness, along with performances that speak for themselves in every match, particularly after a previous season that failed to leave the impact he had hoped for.
The final moments of the transfer window revealed just how much interest exists in Rodrygo, yet he ultimately chose to stay and fight for his place at Real Madrid. With internal competition heating up, this season could prove to be a turning point in his future at the Santiago Bernabéu.
