Rodrygo Goes, one of Real Madrid's young Brazilian talents, is going through a delicate moment in his career. Since he arrived at the club in 2018, after a €45 million transfer, his market value has doubled, now hovering around €80 million.
However, his performance has declined in recent months and his prominence within the team has notably decreased, especially in this Club World Cup, where his participation has been minimal.
The 24-year-old forward has lost prominence under Xabi Alonso, with Vinicius, Gonzalo, and Mbappé's return limiting his presence. In matches like those against Pachuca and Juventus, Rodrygo didn't even step onto the field, and against Salzburg he played just 20 minutes. All of this has fueled rumors about his possible departure this summer.
Noises, rumors and the reality: no official offer
Although there are many rumors, sources at Madrid confirm that there is no official offer for Rodrygo. Neither PSG, Arsenal, nor any other club has formally approached to negotiate his transfer.
Madrid doesn't keep anyone if a suitable offer arrives, but so far no one has met its expectations. Florentino Pérez, the club's president, is asking for nearly €100 million for Rodrygo, a figure that no team is willing to pay right now.
Therefore, the reports placing Rodrygo outside the club this summer seem more like a wish or speculation than a concrete reality.
Rodrygo breaks his silence: a clear message on Twitter
Amid all this noise, Rodrygo has decided to speak through his social media, especially on his X account (formerly Twitter). His message is forceful and reveals his state of mind:
"We're in the World Cup semifinals. Two left for our goal 🙏🏾 HALA MADRID"
With this phrase, the Brazilian makes it clear that he's focused on Madrid and isn't thinking about leaving or seeking new challenges for now.
What awaits Rodrygo?
Rodrygo's future at Madrid will depend greatly on his ability to recover the level he showed in his first years at the club. The board and coaching staff keep hoping he can become a key player for Xabi Alonso again.
There's no rush to make decisions. Madrid believes there's still time for Rodrygo to prove his worth or, failing that, for an offer to arrive that matches its conditions. For now, the reality is clear: Rodrygo wants to stay and knows he doesn't have more options in the short term.