Rodrygo backed to stay put at Real Madrid amidst Liverpool interest
Rumours continue to swirl that Liverpool are targeting a certain Brazilian ace at Real Madrid. As they head into the 2024-25 season, Liverpool find themselves in a precarious situation. They have already lost their greatest manager of the Premier League era and are on the verge of losing their best attacker.
Mohamed Salah has just one year left on his Liverpool contract, and it is debatable if he will extend his stay. Consequently, there has been much speculation about a potential replacement. One of the names under consideration is Real Madrid’s Brazilian ace, Rodrygo. The talented winger has been tipped to leave the Spanish champions, with Liverpool reportedly keen on securing his signature.
The 23-year-old holds a crucial role in Carlo Ancelotti’s squad. Since his arrival at Real Madrid, Rodrygo has participated in 216 matches, scoring 54 goals and contributing 41 assists. With another UEFA Champions League crown under his belt, it is clear that his legend in Spain is already set in stone.
Rodrygo and Ancelotti’s statements
Rodrygo raised eyebrows earlier this week with comments during an interview that seemed to leave his future uncertain. However, he later took to social media to set the narrative clear.
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti addressed it in his press conference (h/t Liverpool Echo), before the final at Wembley, stating that Rodrygo will play a huge role in the Champions League final. Ancelotti emphasized that Rodrygo is a key part of the team and will remain so in the future. This statement sends a clear message to potential suitors that the Brazilian has a future in the Spanish capital.
“He has been very important, he is, and he will be in the future, we have no doubt about that whatsoever.”
Although this could be an attempt by the manager to keep everyone focused on the clash with Dortmund, he will not want any distractions to upset the harmony in his dressing room. Having successfully negotiated that, it remains to be seen how Real Madrid tackle the summer, especially if Kylian Mbappe arrives at the Santiago Bernabeu as expected.
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Rodrygo certainly is a top player and his versatility upfront makes him a good fit for the style of football Arne Slor employs. At 23, he is yet to hit his prime and can be a potentially long-term replacement for Salah at Anfield. We will have to wait for the summer transfer window to see if Liverpool’s interest in the Samba star has any truth to them.
