PSG are reportedly in pole position to sign Rodrygo, with Liverpool, Arsenal, and Manchester City also keeping a close eye on the Real Madrid winger’s situation.
Real Madrid are expected to shake up their squad this summer, and several key players from their Champions League-winning side could be on the way out. Rodrygo is one of the biggest names attracting serious interest.
According toFichajes, Madridare open to letting the Brazilian go if they receive an offer in the region of €100 million. The clubare aiming to bolster both their midfield and defense, and a high-profile sale like Rodrygo’s could help fund that rebuild.
Arsenal face challenge for landing Real Madrid Star
Rodrygo, Real Madrid
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On Friday, Sky Sports Germany’sFlorian Plettenberg reported that a potential move involving Rodrygo and Arsenal is becoming increasingly complicated.
There have been fresh discussions in recent hours, but the main sticking point is Rodrygo’s wage demands, which are reportedly around €10 million net per year—more than Arsenal are currently willing to offer. Rodrygo is open to leaving Real Madrid, but only if the right offer comes along.
🚨🛑 A move involving #Rodrygo and Arsenal is proving to be very complicated.
There have been new talks in recent hours. The biggest issue is his wage demands, reportedly around €10 million net per year. Arsenal are not prepared to go that far.
Rodrygo is willing to leave… pic.twitter.com/8fHqAbBEII
— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) May 23, 2025
This week, journalistBen Jacobs offered the latest on Rodrygo’s future in the Spanish capital. Here’s what he said:
“Rodrygo could be a market opportunity this summer. Premier League clubs are alert to his situation as Real could sanction an exit for around €90-100m. Chelsea, Arsenal and Liverpool aware of this, but no approach or bid yet from any. Al-Hilal have also looked in the past.”
Recently,Sports Zone reported that Rodrygo is no longer seen as untouchable by Real Madrid’s leadership. His agents have already been in touch with Manchester City, Liverpool, and Arsenal, and talks with PSG have alsotaken place. However, the French club is taking a more cautious approach.