Real Madrid's plan for Rodrygo

Rodrygo, a 25-year-old Brazilian winger, remains out of the immediate plans of Real Madrid due to a knee injury, but the club will not make a definitive decision about his future until they verify his physical condition and how he fits with José Mourinho. The player underwent surgery in March 2026 for a torn anterior cruciate ligament and external meniscus in his right leg. The Real Madrid market has reinforced his position with Yan Diomande.

A possible departure remains on the table. If Mourinho determines that Rodrygo will not have a relevant role when he becomes available again, Real Madrid could consider selling him during one of the upcoming transfer windows.

Rodrygo, awaiting Mourinho's decision

The main determining factor right now is the injury. Real Madrid confirmed on March 10, 2026, that Rodrygo had undergone surgery after sustaining damage to the anterior cruciate ligament and external meniscus of his right knee.

His recovery prevents José Mourinho from assessing the winger under normal conditions during preseason. In fact, Rodrygo continues to be among the injured players of the white team while the Portuguese coach is already working with most of his squad.

The schedule also influences the decision. Real Madrid will start LaLiga on August 22, but Rodrygo is not yet part of the group available to Mourinho in this initial phase of the season.

Therefore, the future of the Brazilian is linked to two variables: his recovery and the sports assessment that Mourinho will make when he can compete again. Until then, any possibility of departure remains contingent on his physical condition.

Real Madrid does not rule out Rodrygo's departure

The sports context does not favor a quick decision either. Mourinho has worked during preseason with a wide attacking squad, while the club has signed players such as Bernardo Silva and Yan Diomande, in addition to keeping Vinícius Júnior and Kylian Mbappé as main offensive pieces.

Therefore, Rodrygo will have to compete for a spot once he completes his recovery. His situation is different from other players because Mourinho has not been able to evaluate him directly in this new stage due to the injury.

The possibility of a sale will also depend on the market. Real Madrid would need to find a club willing to make an offer in line with the player's valuation, although currently, there is no specific offer or confirmed transfer fee available.

The precedent of other players shows that Mourinho is making decisions about the squad after observing his players. Thiago Pitarch, for instance, will remain in the first team despite having had options to leave, following the coach's support for his stay.

The next step will be medical and sports-related

The most likely short-term scenario is to wait for Rodrygo's recovery and see what role José Mourinho assigns him. If the winger returns and is not part of the rotation, Real Madrid could open the door to a departure in the next transfer window; if he convinces the coach, his continuity would gain strength.

Therefore, the decision will not be made as long as the injury prevents evaluating the player on the field. The next turning point for Rodrygo will be his return to training and then Mourinho's assessment of his place in Real Madrid.

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