Real Madrid Confidencial Florentino sets a price for a superstar: the most expensive sale in Madrid's history
Real Madrid is preparing for a departure that will leave millions in its coffers
Real Madrid prepares for major changes after the Club World Cup and the defeat against PSG. The board is looking at the market, and not only to finalize the moves they have in progress. They're also considering a major departure that could take place.
In this case, the one under the spotlight is Rodrygo, who could request to leave this summer. He and his agent have a meeting scheduled in Valdebebas to communicate this to the club. But Florentino has already replied and set a price for any team interested in signing him.
Starting at €100 million ($100 million), Real Madrid will sit down to negotiate, as they consider it a fair price. UOL Esporte has confirmed this and also reports that "Arsenal and two other major clubs are after him." At Defensa Central, we confirm that in addition to the Gunners, Manchester City, PSG, and Bayern are closely following him.
Florentino doesn't want to part with his superstar, as he has always protected him and shown him affection. However, if the time for farewell comes, he wants it to be the most expensive sale in the club's history. To achieve this, it will have to surpass the €117 million ($117 million) transfer of Cristiano Ronaldo to Juventus.
A very clarifying Club World Cup for him
Rodrygo hoped that Xabi Alonso's arrival would be positive for him and that he would remain a starter as he was with Ancelotti. In the first training sessions in Valdebebas, they were seen talking and spending time together. It seemed that he was showing him affection and trust ahead of the next season.
However, the reality he experienced in the Club World Cup was very different from what he expected. He started against Al Hilal, but that was the only match in which he did. In fact, he didn't play a single minute in several matches, including the semifinals against PSG.
This may have pushed him to decide to pack his bags and look for a new destination. Now, all that's left is for the offers that arrive to be convincing enough to finalize his transfer. For Rodrygo to have a firm idea about leaving this summer.
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