A Real Madrid player controls the ball on the field while a coach watches and gives instructions in the background and another coach appears in the foreground with his arms crossed.
Rodrygo about to strike the ball and Xabi Alonso with his arms crossed | Camara Real Madrid Confidencial
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Rodrygo won't go to Arsenal, radical change in his future after speaking with Xabi Alonso

Xabi Alonso has spoken with Rodrygo, and his signing by Arsenal has been halted

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Borja Díaz

Rodrygo's future is once again becoming a topic of conversation at the start of this summer. Even though the team is in the United States competing in the Club World Cup, the rumors aren't stopping. His time on the bench against Pachuca and Salzburg has increased the uncertainty.

Arsenal was paying close attention to his situation, considering making a move for his signing this summer. However, it seems that Gunners won't end up being Rodrygo's destination this summer. They've set a new target, forgetting about the Madrid striker as a possible addition.

A player in a dark uniform controls the ball while two opponents in white uniforms try to stop him in a soccer match.
Rodrygo playing in a Club World Cup match | Real Madrid

This is Eberechi Eze, a 26-year-old English player who plays for Crystal Palace in the Premier League. They could make a payment of about €70 million (about $76 million) to secure his services. This would definitively close the door for Rodrygo to move to London.

At least at Arsenal, since other teams like Chelsea or Manchester United are also following him. Although it seems that his future, at least in the short term, doesn't involve leaving Real Madrid. Xabi Alonso reportedly managed to convince him after having a conversation with him.

Xabi Alonso tells Rodrygo the plans he has for him to convince him to stay

It's true that in this Club World Cup Rodrygo isn't getting the minutes that were desired. His time on the bench, and the fact that he didn't play at all against Pachuca, set off the alarm. However, Xabi has been talking to him and has managed to stop any attempt to leave.

Soccer player in a blue uniform applauding on the field during a match
Rodrygo applauding during a training session | Chema Rey

The Basque coach has promised him that he'll be an important player, although he'll have a different role. He won't be an undisputed starter, although he could earn it with hard work and great performances in the coming months. For now, it seems that he's managed to convince him not to leave.

The Brazilian has rejected the offers he has, prompting Arsenal to look for other alternatives. The summer is still very long and at Bernabéu they're aware that anything could happen. They trust Rodrygo will accept his role at Real Madrid and that he'll stay for many years.

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