Rodrygo gets tired of Xabi Alonso: Asks to leave Real Madrid

Eloy Gamez | 19 Aug 2025 | 23.10

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The situation of Rodrygo at Real Madrid has become unsustainable today. The Brazilian has asked Florentino Pérez to sell him before the end of the summer transfer window. All because he is not in Xabi Alonso's plans and doubts the playing time he will have this season.

Rodrygo, 24 years old, fears losing playing time and, consequently, his place in the Brazilian national team for the 2026 World Cup. Carlo Ancelotti told him that if he doesn't play, he won't be called up for the tournament next year.

Rodrygo relegated in the rotation of Real Madrid

In the debut of the Merengues in LaLiga EA Sports, the coach surprised by giving minutes to Franco Mastantuono and Gonzalo García before Rodrygo himself. With Kylian Mbappé, Vinícius Jr., and Brahim Díaz as starters, the former Santos player ended up as the sixth offensive option.

Close sources claim that the Brazilian is frustrated. He reportedly confessed to his circle, "I can't wait a whole year on the bench." His goal is to have consistency to persuade Carlo Ancelotti, the Brazilian national team coach, who warned him that without minutes, he won't have a place at the World Cup.

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Florentino's pressure and the transfer market

Rodrygo's request comes in a delicate context. The player has a contract until 2028 and a high buyout clause, but his price in the transfer market has dropped. Madrid, previously valuing his departure at 100 million, is now willing to negotiate for figures between 70 and 80 million euros.

Both Arsenal and Manchester City are monitoring the situation. The Gunners see him as an ideal piece to strengthen their attack, while Guardiola considers him a profile adaptable to the Premier League. However, both clubs need to free up wage space before making an offer.

Last season, Rodrygo scored 14 goals and 11 assists in 54 matches, respectable numbers that fell short of expectations. The collective underperformance of Real Madrid influenced this, but his inconsistency cost him confidence.

Furthermore, the emergence of youngsters like Mastantuono and the growth of Endrick—despite being injured but still ahead in the coach's consideration—strengthens the idea that his cycle at the Bernabéu may be coming to an end.

At just 24 years old, Rodrygo still has room to revive his career but needs a scenario where he plays frequently. The Premier League appears as a natural destination, both due to economic potential and playing style.

All signs indicate that Xabi Alonso has closed the door on his starting spot, and the Brazilian does not want to be a luxury substitute. Florentino Pérez, pragmatic as always, will consider offers if they come on the expected terms.

Rodrygo's future seems to be moving away from the Santiago Bernabéu towards the Premier League. A decision that could shape his career and that of a Real Madrid that, once again, faces a hot market with important names on display.

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