Coach giving instructions to a Real Madrid player in a packed stadium during a soccer match
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Xabi Alonso tells Rodrygo about his new role at Real Madrid, the ball is in his court

The coach from Donostia has spoken with the Brazilian footballer and has been very clear with him

Rodrygo Goes's situation at Real Madrid is quite peculiar. The Brazilian footballer from the white club is on the market, and Xabi Alonso, his coach, has already informed him of the role he will have during the season. According to José Félix Díaz, a journalist from Diario MARCA, the "11" will find it difficult to enjoy the minutes he truly wants.

He doesn't want to miss the World Cup

Right now, he is on vacation and reflecting on whether he should really stay or not next season at the white house. 2026 is a World Cup year, so he will want to get minutes to receive the call from Carlo Ancelotti, coach of the canarinha. For this reason, it is a decision of great importance in his football career.

Real Madrid player controlling the ball during a match with a coach giving instructions in the background
Rodrygo Goes during the Club World Cup | Real Madrid Confidencial

He is an striker who is in demand on the market, although it is true that the options are increasingly limited. One that seemed to have strength was Arsenal, but the Gunners have started to forget about him. At this moment, it is Liverpool that is in the running to secure his services. 

A deal that could unlock the "Rodrygo case" is that of Luis Díaz. If the Colombian heads to Bayern Munich, those at Anfield would see the Brazilian as the best possible option to replace him. This way, it is possible that he will end up with the Red team.

Open to offers

As our colleagues from Defensa Central have been reporting, authorized voices from Valdebebas state that they are listening to offers for him. However, these would have to start at 80 million euros. It is worth highlighting that Florentino Pérez also doesn't mind having him in the squad. 

As of today, July 22, he is one of the main candidates to be the big sale of the summer for Madridists. In the upper management of Chamartín, they continue to make it clear that until August 31, the day the market closes, many things can happen. 

Soccer player training in a sleeveless Real Madrid jersey on an outdoor field
Rodrygo training during practice | Real Madrid Confidencial

Meanwhile, the footballers are still enjoying their rest before starting preseason, which will kick off on August 4. Real Madrid will only have two weeks to prepare for the first league matchday, which is against CA Osasuna. 

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