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Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Rodrygo informs Real Madrid & Xabi Alonso of his future plans
A major update on the future of Real Madrid star Rodrygo has this weekend surfaced online. This comes amid confirmation that the Brazilian has come to the decision to stay put and fight for his place in Spain's capital next season. Advertisement Frontman Rodrygo has of course taken his place centre stage in the headlines across Europe for several weeks now. This comes after a series of reports were forthcoming in the media, suggesting that the 24-year-old was seeking a new challenge this summer. A whole host of clubs, in turn, have been tipped as potential landing spots for Rodrygo, chief among them Premier League giants Arsenal and Chelsea. As alluded to above, though, if the latest update on the situation to have surfaced on Saturday is anything to go by, then such suitors look set to be left disappointed. As per a report from Marca: 'Real Madrid have asked about Rodrygo's desire and ideas for the future. The Brazilian's response has left no room for doubt. He is determined to continue wearing the white shirt despite all the rumors surrounding his future.' Conor Laird – GSFN
Daily Mail
a day ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
Arsenal target Rodrygo handed deadline to 'convince everyone' at Real Madrid he deserves his place
Arsenal target Rodrygo has been handed a deadline to convince everyone he belongs at Real Madrid, as per a report. The 24-year-old developed into an integral player for Madrid since joining from Brazilian side Santos for €45million (£37.9m) in 2019. The forward, who has also won 33 caps for Brazil, may have a lower profile than fellow attackers Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jnr, yet he still has a hugely impressive record at the Bernabeu. Rodrygo has 68 goals and 50 assists in 267 appearances for Los Blancos but after a difficult campaign, reports have linked him with a move away this summer, with Arsenal believed to be one of many Premier League clubs interested. And with speculation rampant, Madrid have told Rodrygo he must prove he can fit into Xabi Alonso 's system at the upcoming Club World Cup, according to Spanish outlet Marca. The revamped 32-team tournament runs through mid-June to mid-July, meaning the Brazilian forward has around seven weeks to get back to his best. Teams are expected to take this year's Club World Cup more serious than ever before, considering the mammoth prize pool at stake. The side that takes the trophy home will receive a windfall of $40m (£30m), while a team winning of their games could see them land up to $125m (£92m). For reference, the winner of the Champions League earns around £120m, while the Premier League champions typically earn between £38m and £40m for finishing first. Sky Sports Germany previously claimed Arsenal are in talks with the 24-year-old over a move and that he is at the top of their list of targets on the wing, although he has also been touted with a move to Man City, Man United and Liverpool. Mikel Arteta was pressed on these links prior to Arsenal's final game of the campaign against Southampton - which saw them win 2-1. 'If you want to win titles, you have to be the best in the market,' Arteta said, as he refused to confirm or deny the links. 'The teams that win have the best players. 'It's a matter of pride. It shows we've brought the club to a level where people expect us to challenge for trophies. 'What is clear with the amount of injuries that we had in the front line is that we need a goal threat and we need firepower'. Rodrygo scored 18 goals and claimed nine assists in the 2023-24 season as Madrid won the treble. But he has failed to follow it up this season, only bagging six times and providing six assists in LaLiga. He has scored just once in his last 22 matches, last netting against Atletico Madrid in March. Rodrygo was not called up for Carlo Ancelotti's inaugural Brazil squad, whom the former Madrid boss now manages.
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Transfer news LIVE: Gakpo ‘eyed by Bayern', Rodrygo makes U-TURN, Cherki ‘wants City move', Chelsea close in on Delap
IN AND OUT IN AND OUT Transfer news LIVE: Gakpo 'eyed by Bayern', Rodrygo makes U-TURN, Cherki 'wants City move', Chelsea close in on Delap THE thrills and spills of the summer transfer window are finally upon us - as the first transfer window of the summer is OPEN until June 10. Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo is reportedly attracting interest from Bayern Munich. Advertisement In other news, Rayan Cherki and Man City are 'close' to a full verbal agreement for the transfer of the 21-year-old. Elsewhere, Chelsea are closing in on a move for Ipswich forward Liam Delap after beating the likes of Manchester United to his signature. Meanwhile, Real Madrid winger Rodrygo reportedly wants to stay at the Spanish giants despite interest from Premier League clubs. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK Advertisement Follow ALL the latest news, moves and completed deals with our live blog below...
Daily Mirror
3 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Arsenal target Rodrygo sends transfer message but is met with brutal response
Real Madrid forward Rodrygo has been linked with Arsenal among other clubs this summer and the Brazil international has now told the club hierarchy where he sees his future Rodrygo has told Real Madrid he is determined to stay and fight for his place at the Bernabeu - but he will only be given the Club World Cup tournament to prove his worth to Xabi Alonso. The Brazil forward, 24, has been linked with a move away from the Bernabeu this summer amid speculation that the Spanish giants are keen to cash in. Arsenal are among those who could offer Rodrygo an escape route if Real do decide to move him on. However, the player himself has no interest in pursuing a move elsewhere - something he told the club himself when he was asked about his future by the club. Marca have the details and they say Rodrygo is 'determined' to continue playing for Real Madrid despite transfer speculation linking him with a move elsewhere. There is, however, a twist; Los Blancos are said to be 'worried' about a drop off in Rodrygo's performance levels since February and would like to see some evidence that the former Santos man can play an influential role under Alonso, the club's new head coach, sooner rather than later. That means the upcoming Club World Cup in the United States will be crucial for Rodrygo, who could yet be sold if he fails to 'convince' the powerbrokers at Real Madrid that he is back to his best. Despite links with a move elsewhere, it's said there have been offers for Rodrygo to date. Arsenal are known to be interested in the versatile forward as they seek more firepower for another assault on the Premier League title. As well as adding a top No.9 to Mikel Arteta 's squad, the Gunners want to sign a quality left-sided forward. Join the debate! Would Rodrygo be a good signing for Arsenal? Let us know here Athletic Bilbao's Nico Williams is said to be their target but putting together a package for Rodrygo would likely be cheaper than prising the Euro 2024 winner away from Spain. When he was asked about interest in Rodrygo earlier this month, Arteta replied: 'If you want to win major trophies, you have to be the best in the market, no? The teams that win always have the best players. 'I wouldn't like to name a player, but there is pride because we have brought the club into a position that next season people are saying: 'You have to win a major trophy.' And that means that everybody believes, and that we are an elite team in this country and in Europe. The biggest statement is that Arsenal is there. 'What is clear with the amount of injuries that we had in the front line is that we need a goal threat and we need firepower. Understanding that the context can change tomorrow, we cannot rely just on the numbers that we had before. We have to add goals, creativity, and we have to add numbers, and that will be in different positions.'
Metro
3 days ago
- Sport
- Metro
Chelsea and Arsenal target Rodrygo makes decision after Xabi Alonso message
Rodrygo has made a decision on his Real Madrid future following Xabi Alonso confirming he wants to keep the Arsenal and Chelsea transfer target at the Bernabeu. The Brazil international had been a mainstay of the side that enjoyed such success under Carlo Ancelotti but endured a difficult end to the current campaign. Ancelotti was forced to deny reports that the 24-year-old had decided to quit the club earlier this month before his own departure. Unsurprisingly, new Real manager, Alonso, was quizzed as to whether Rodrygo would be part of his plans at his unveiling earlier this week. 'Rodrygo is a Real Madrid player,' said Alonso at a press conference. 'He is a spectacular player and we will need him.' Wake up to find news on your club in your inbox every morning with Metro's Football Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your team in the link we'll send you so we can get football news tailored to you. According to Marca, the former Santos youngster is in no doubt that he wants to remain at Real and be a key part of the club's rebuilding operation. Having surrendered La Liga to Barcelona and exited the Champions League prematurely, the Spanish giants are ready to invest heavily in their squad over the course of the transfer window. Dean Huijsen has already joined from Bournemouth in a £50million transfer, while Trent Alexander-Arnold has arrived in time to feature at the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup after Real agreed to pay Liverpool a £50m fee. Rodrygo's potential availability had alerted the likes of Chelsea and Arsenal who are both intent on strengthening their attacks in the coming monnths. Arsenal's need is particularly pressing but the current focus appears to be on recruiting a centre forward. More Trending The Gunners were reported to be in talks to sign Sporting Lisbon's prolific Viktor Gyokeres earlier this week, but their attention appears to now be centering on RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko. Chelsea, meanwhile, are already set to welcome exciting youngsters Estevao Willian and Kendry Paez into their first team squad even before they begin their latest recruitment drive. Fresh from clinching Champions League qualification and winning the Conference League, the Blues are, however, on the verge of signing Liam Delap from Ipswich. The England Under-21 international was available for just £30million and the former Manchester City youngster is set for Stamford Bridge after choosing Chelsea instead of Manchester United. MORE: Arsenal dealt transfer blow as Barcelona agree terms with £21m target MORE: Man Utd still eager to sign Arsenal's £85m target after Liam Delap blow MORE: Barcelona considering shock move for key Arsenal star in summer transfer window
