Mansion Sports - Following the completion of Alvaro Carreras’ transfer, Real Madrid has shifted its focus toward offloading players rather than acquiring new ones. 

The Spanish giants are not expected to make additional signings until several current squad members are sold. Among the high-profile names likely to depart Santiago Bernabéu is Brazilian forward Rodrygo Goes.

Declining Form and Limited Playing Time

The year 2025 has proven to be a challenging period for Rodrygo. The managerial change to Xabi Alonso has not significantly improved his situation at the club. 

During the FIFA Club World Cup, Rodrygo was included in the starting lineup for only one match and spent the majority of the tournament on the bench.

His prospects have become further complicated by Real Madrid’s plans to promote Franco Mastantuono to the first team next season, a move that would further reduce Rodrygo’s chances of securing regular minutes. 

These developments have fueled widespread speculation that the Brazilian attacker may soon be on his way out. Reports suggest that Real Madrid is planning to initiate discussions with the player to evaluate his future more concretely.

Arsenal and Liverpool Compete for Rodrygo’s Signature

Arsenal has expressed strong interest in acquiring Rodrygo, but recent developments indicate that Liverpool has also entered the race. 

The Merseyside club is reportedly considering Rodrygo as a possible replacement for Luis Diaz, who has been heavily linked with moves to Barcelona and Bayern Munich.

Should Diaz depart, Liverpool’s pursuit of Rodrygo is expected to intensify significantly. According to a report from Diario AS, the likelihood of Rodrygo leaving Real Madrid currently stands at 50:50, reflecting a truly uncertain outlook.

High Price Tag Presents a Major Obstacle

Despite Liverpool’s reported readiness to make a concerted effort to sign Rodrygo, they face a significant hurdle in the form of Real Madrid’s valuation of the player. 

The Spanish club has set a price of €100 million for the Brazilian forward—a figure equivalent to Luis Diaz’s valuation by Liverpool.

Importantly, Real Madrid is under no pressure to sell. Rodrygo remains under a long-term contract with the club, and Los Blancos have no urgent need to part ways with him. 

This affords Real Madrid a strong negotiating position and ensures that any potential suitor, including Liverpool, will find it difficult to secure the player at a reduced price.

Given these circumstances, Rodrygo’s future remains highly uncertain. The ultimate decision will largely depend on the outcome of internal discussions between the player and Real Madrid’s management in the near future.