The relationship between Real Madrid and its fans is not going through its best moment. Despite having a team full of stars such as Vinícius Júnior, Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham, the results are not as expected.
The white fans, known for their demands, are increasingly unhappy with the performance of the team. In recent games, Real Madrid has lost the consistency and overwhelming play of other seasons, which has caused discontent at Bernabéu.
The Talent That Doesn't Shine
Real Madrid has some great players. The lack of prominence of some of them, however, has left Carlo Ancelotti's ability to get the most out of them in doubt. In particular, one player who's shown his quality and potential but doesn't receive the confidence he deserves is Rodrygo Goes.
The young Brazilian has been one of the protagonists of the team whenever he's been given the opportunity to play. However, his position in Ancelotti's system remains secondary, as he hasn't managed to establish himself as an undisputed starter. This has caused many to wonder if Real Madrid is taking full advantage of its star's talent.
Manchester City's Interest
In this context, Pep Guardiola's Manchester City has set its sights on Rodrygo. The English team considers the Brazilian a key piece to strengthen their offense. Plus, his profile fits with Guardiola's playing philosophy.
The Catalonian coach admires Rodrygo's talent, with characteristics similar to those of Mahrez and Bernardo Silva. His speed, vision and ability to link up with other attackers make Rodrygo a very attractive option for Manchester City.
A Tempting Offer
Manchester City hasn't been slow to act. According to various media sources, the English club is willing to pay 150 million euros for Rodrygo's transfer. A figure that, in principle, could be tempting for Florentino Pérez, president of Real Madrid.
Although Madrid doesn't usually sell promising players, City's offer would be difficult to refuse, especially if the player is not a starter.
Rodrygo's Future at Real Madrid?
Rodrygo's future at Real Madrid depends largely on how the next few months unfold. Ancelotti has been keeping him in the dark and the team fails to improve. If this situation continues, the Brazilian could be tempted to play in the Premier League under Guardiola.
Manchester City is offering him a chance to shine and reach his full potential. Conversely, this doesn't seem to be a priority at Bernabéu for now.