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Vini Isn't the Only One, Rodrygo Has Two Million-Dollar Offers to Leave Real Madrid

Interest in the footballer from Osasco rivals the attention garnered by his fellow Merengue compatriot

Real Madrid is experiencing weeks of intense turmoil that go beyond sports results. The executives led by Florentino Pérez, amid the 'Vinícius case,' have encountered a surprising approach for another key forward in Carlo Ancelotti's tactical scheme: Rodrygo Goes.

Just as Vinícius has managed to center the debate regarding his possible departure to Saudi Arabia, the most interested offers for Rodrygo Goes would come from the Premier League. While it is true that in the East they consider his arrival as a 'plan B' to the incorporation of Vinícius, in England they would have made a move earlier to try to sign him.

A player in a white uniform celebrates on the field during a match, while another player in a red uniform is facing away.
Rodrygo Goes celebrates a goal scored against Stade Brestois | Real Madrid Confidencial

The operations that PSG has attempted in recent dates to acquire his football services, given that he is a player of tactical interest to Luis Enrique, remain on the sidelines. Both Manchester clubs, Manchester City and Manchester United, would be at the forefront of the 'race' to sign the South American winger.

This information revealed by Jorge Picón, journalist of 'Relevo', doesn't generate much alarm in the Valdebebas offices. The executives led by Florentino Pérez are aware of the monitoring of multiple clubs on their stars, so they always have a reply ready for any approach: their release clause.

All Clarified

Rodrygo Goes has a contract with Real Madrid until the summer of 2028, one year more than his compatriot Vinícius Jr. Despite this time difference, the exit barrier that applies to both Brazilian forwards is the same: 1,000 million euros. That figure would be what both Manchester clubs would have to face to sign the '11' merengue before the end of his current contractual bond with Real Madrid.

The dynamics of the possible departure of Rodrygo Goes from Santiago Bernabéu locker room are governed by the same roadmap that the merengue executives apply in the 'Vinícius case.' Instead of aiming for his immediate renewal, as is the case with the '7' blanco, the merengue bosses reinforce the key role of the winger in the project.

Football player celebrating a goal in a stadium full of spectators.
Rodrygo Goes celebrates a goal with Real Madrid | Real Madrid Confidencial

Leaving aside the notable benchings he has faced temporarily in recent seasons, Carlo Ancelotti always counts on the footballer from Osasco. Especially in major scenarios, such as the Champions League, or high-stakes matches in competitions like LaLiga or the Copa del Rey. Such disposition is a clear invitation to Rodrygo with the aim of keeping him in the white sports discipline.

The reply of the verdeamarelo striker to these approaches is the same as in previous opportunities. Both the player and his entourage have leaked that they are not willing to leave the capital of Spain, knowing that they have found an environment in which they fit perfectly. At least for now.

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