Agreement between Rodrygo and Xabi Alonso, the footballer's future is seen as decided

Rodrygo Goes has made a key decision: he will stay at Real Madrid. After weeks marked by rumors about a possible departure, the Brazilian has changed his mindset. His first training sessions with Xabi Alonso have been decisive in defining his immediate future.

The winger, who finished the season in the background, has reappeared with a very different attitude. At Valdebebas, under the watchful eye of his new coach, he looks energized. Far from controversies and speculation, Rodrygo has chosen to focus on what's coming.

The end of the season with Ancelotti was complicated. He lost prominence, had unexpected spells on the bench, missed the last matches, and was left out of the Copa del Rey final.

Even the Brazilian national team stopped calling him up in the last squad announcement. Everything pointed to a change of scenery. However, the player wanted to make a statement.

"Happy." That was the word Rodrygo chose on social media along with several photos of his return to work.

A short but clear message. His only intention is to succeed at Madrid and convince the new coach.

Xabi backs him

Xabi Alonso has already met with him. The conversation was positive. The Basque coach wants to count on Rodrygo and considers him an important piece.

His style fits what the former Leverkusen coach is looking for: fast, dynamic, and vertical players.

Although the system is yet to be defined, everything suggests Xabi will opt for a structure different from Ancelotti's. Even so, Rodrygo has the qualities to adapt. He has already shown in the past that he can perform in different attacking roles.

Alonso himself made it clear in his presentation: “Rodrygo is a spectacular player. We need to talk, get to know each other, and he will be important”. These words have strengthened the Brazilian's confidence.

The big challenge: consistency

A new challenge now begins. Rodrygo is not only looking for minutes, but also consistency. He has been decisive at key moments, but he needs to keep his level throughout the entire season.

With Mbappé's arrival, the competition has increased, but Madrid's number 11 wants to stay in the fight. For now, his place is in the capital. His attitude shows that he is ready to regain prominence.