Carlo Ancelotti has sprung a surprise against Celta when nobody expected it. In a week with many important matches ahead, the first to be left out of Real Madrid's starting eleven has been Rodrygo Goes... a substitute in the return to action in La Liga.
Rodrygo hasn't entered the Real Madrid starting lineup against Celta, making it clear that Carlo Ancelotti doesn't fully trust the Brazilian's form. In 11 games played, he has only managed to score three goals and seems to be the weakest piece of the attacking trident.
While Rodrygo Goes is still angry because he feels a step below his 'galacticos' teammates (Bellingham, Mbappé and Vinícius)... Carlo Ancelotti doesn't seem to help with his decision to leave him out of the starting eleven at Balaídos. The situation is not simple, but the Italian is clear about who he should do without in the attacking front.
Rodrygo Goes faces reality at Real Madrid
Rodrygo's possible departure would free up space in attack and provide the funds needed to sign Florentino's chosen Wirtz. In addition, Real Madrid are looking to rejuvenate their squad and ensure their dominance in Europe. With youngsters such as Jude Bellingham and the possible addition of Wirtz, Madrid's midfield would become one of the most promising in the world.
Real Madrid have Florian Wirtz as their next big target. In order for his transfer to become a reality, they will have to sell some of their current stars. Rodrygo Goes is the main target, and with his departure, Madrid could secure Wirtz, a key player for the future of the club.
Rodrygo Goes, touched and sunk
Rodrygo was not happy about being substituted against Celta. He knows he is the loser since Mbappé's arrival and has no doubts: his departure from Madrid is very possible. He needs to feel important and he knows that with Carlo Ancelotti he will not be.
Given Ancelotti's decision and the anger it generated in Rodrygo Goes, everything seems to indicate that rumors of his possible departure will soon be spread again. In the summer he left the door open to go to Manchester City, which didn't go down well with Real Madrid.
Now, Rodrygo is clear that his future at Real Madrid is very complicated. Carlo Ancelotti's confidence has been falling and since the arrival of Mbappé he feels less important. He tries to sell his attacking quartet, but the reality is that it is a trident and he is not part of it.