Arsenal's Transfer Target Rodrygo Addresses Speculation on Leaving Real Madrid

Real Madrid forward Rodrygo has offered considerable updates amidst speculations surrounding the Arsenal The transfer target has played his final match with the team.

It has been reported that the 24-year-old player declined to continue playing for the team following his substitution during halftime of Sunday’s loss. Barcelona .

It was also mentioned that Rodrygo had disagreements with his fellow players. Jude Bellingham and Kylian Mbappe, while he was spotted leaving training early on Tuesday ahead of Madrid’s crucial La Liga clash with Real Mallorca.

The Brazilian player won’t be part of tonight’s match where Real can’t afford to lose points if they want to keep their chances alive in the La Liga competition.

Ahead of the match, the departing manager Carlo Ancelotti addressed the reason for the winger's absence, stating: "Rodrygo was running a fever which didn't permit him to play at his best level."

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'Today during practice, he experienced some unease in his leg. I'm not sure which one though. Also, he was still off-colour as he hadn't bounced back properly from the fever.'

Later, many theories emerged regarding this incident. Everybody harbors a particular fondness for Rodrygo, particularly myself.

In an attempt to get even more clarity on the situation On Wednesday, Rodrygo shared an update on social media stating: “Thank you for all your messages and concerns. I'll return shortly. Please stop speculating.”

Arsenal, eager to strengthen their offense, have shown interest in the €100 million striker, whilst Chelsea and Manchester City are reportedly monitoring his circumstances closely.

If he departs from Real Madrid, whoever manages to secure his signature will be obtaining a top-tier player, as stated by ex-Tottenham goalkeeper Paul Robinson.

'How much it would cost to acquire Rodrygo, and whether he would want to join Arsenal, are two separate issues.'

'The urgency for a number nine is clear.'

'[Bukayo] Saka will be positioned on the right flank, and Rodrygo has the versatility to play on the left — when you pair these two wingers alongside a world-class No. 9, it creates an incredibly formidable combination.'

Robinson suggests that Arteta cannot fully depend on either Gabriel Martinelli or Leandro Trossard, and seeking an 'improvement' on the left side might well be considered as an option.

“He mentioned that with Martinelli and Trossard, neither of them have consistently performed at the level expected from someone like Saka,” he explained.

'So to improve in that area, yes, that remains an option for Arsenal.'

'Raheem Sterling's loan will not become permanent; that won’t occur. He'll seek fresh opportunities when the next season begins.'

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