There's trouble with Rodrygo at Real Madrid. The club is getting tired of his contradictory messages and is activating a plan to find his replacement.
Josep Pedrerol said it last night on El Chiringuito: "The Rodrygo issue isn't clear. At Madrid, they aren't sure if he wants to stay or not.
There's confusion at Real Madrid regarding Rodrygo
On one hand, information is being leaked that he wants to stay. His family is sending the message that he isn't being treated well at Real Madrid. That he's playing less than he should.
There's confusion at Real Madrid. It's not clear if he wants to stay or not in case an interesting offer comes in. But Madrid still intends to sign a forward."
At Real Madrid, they don't trust Rodrygo Goes. Nor his entourage. The Brazilian has entered a cycle of contradictory statements, mixed messages, and unclear leaks that have left the club's leadership completely bewildered.
One day he claims he's happy at the club. The next, rumors surface from his closest circle suggesting a possible departure this very summer.
The problem for the club is that, beyond words, Xabi Alonso doesn't see him as a starter in his project. The new coach has a very clear idea of the attack he wants to build, and Rodrygo doesn't have the role he expects there.
The blind trust he had with Ancelotti has faded. The Basque coach prioritizes more vertical profiles, with greater finishing ability and goal-scoring consistency. Rodrygo, despite his talent, hasn't been consistent.
Five candidates to replace him
From Santiago Bernabéu offices, they've already started to make moves. According to Josep Pedrerol, Real Madrid is considering up to five names to strengthen the attack.
Among them are Patrik Schick, Dušan Vlahović, Jean-Philippe Mateta, and Ante Budimir. Players who would fulfill the role Joselu left vacant with the academy graduate's departure.
Footballers with goals, hunger, and authority. Because with Mbappé confirmed, Endrick as an alternative, and Bellingham occupying attacking spaces, there's still a need for a "second striker" or a decisive winger who can guarantee immediate performance.
Rodrygo, as of today, doesn't offer those guarantees. The feeling at Valdebebas is that the Brazilian is playing both sides. His entourage talks about continuity, but they're still testing the market and exploring possible exits in England and France.
There will be reinforcements even if Rodrygo stays
There's even talk of possible interest from Manchester City, although without a formal offer. That ambiguity doesn't sit well with the club, which wants total commitment or an immediate exit.
Moreover, signing a new forward isn't dependent on his departure. Florentino Pérez and José Ángel Sánchez are clear that Madrid must strengthen no matter what. They won't wait forever for Rodrygo to make up his mind.
If a good offer comes in—Florentino is asking for a minimum of €80 million—the club will consider it without hesitation.
In this scenario of uncertainty, the main victim is the player himself. Rodrygo is seeing his role in the team lose strength with each passing week.
Rodrygo's future is hanging by a thread, and if there's no radical change in his attitude and performance, his time at Real Madrid could end this very summer.