The reason why Rodrygo stayed at Real Madrid

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Rodrygo stays at Real Madrid, despite having multiple offers from the Premier League, because he believes he can take the starting position from Vinícius in Xabi Alonso's system.

The attacker feels that this season, under Xabi Alonso's direction, he can regain prominence lost in the previous campaign, as reported by Defensa Central.

Rodrygo and his confidence in his role at Real Madrid

Unlike previous years, Rodrygo believes he now has the opportunity to play in his favorite position: the left wing. In that position, he feels more comfortable to take on opponents, create partnerships, and make a difference, as he demonstrated in his performance against Real Oviedo.

The Brazilian is confident that Alonso will be fair with the lineups and reward performance, which motivates him to stay and compete directly with Vinícius for a spot in the starting eleven.

Vinícius remains key for Xabi Alonso

The Basque coach also referred to Vinícius Jr., whom he described as "essential" for the club's plans. However, his statements hinted that the Brazilian could have a role coming off the bench in certain matches.

"We are just starting, and everyone is important. Vini has shown he can be decisive coming on as a substitute," said Xabi Alonso in a press conference, casting doubt on the continuity of his undisputed role.

The coexistence between Rodrygo and Vinícius is not new, but the fact that both can compete for the same flank is. In recent years, under Carlo Ancelotti, it was established that Vinícius occupied the left while Rodrygo alternated between the right and more central positions.

Now, with Alonso in charge, a different scenario unfolds: the Brazilian will have real opportunities to compete for that flank, potentially raising the competitive level of the squad, though the risk of tension within the dressing room looms.

The absence of veteran figures like Toni Kroos, Luka Modric, Sergio Ramos, or Karim Benzema, who have left the club in recent years, means the Merengue squad has less experience to manage potential conflicts. If the competition between Rodrygo and Vinícius turns into a rivalry, it could disrupt the group's harmony.

However, this internal rivalry could also benefit the team, enhancing the performance of two of their main attackers in a season that is just beginning.

Real Madrid embarks on a new season with the hope of solidifying a project under Xabi Alonso. Within this process, Rodrygo's decision to stay and compete with Vinícius Jr. marks one of the most striking points at the start of the season.

If managed positively, the team will have two elite wingers vying for a starting spot. However, if the rivalry turns into conflict, it could become one of the most delicate issues for the new coach in his first year at the helm.

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