Tottenham Hotspur have entered the fray to secure the services of Real Madrid star winger, Rodrygo. The player is not central to Xabi Alonso’s plans in the Spanish capital this season and could soon be allowed to leave on a temporary deal.
Real Madrid were reluctant throughout the summer and even refused to entertain offers for Rodrygo. However, Xabi’s moves on the pitch have left the club with no choice but to seek temporary arrangements for their lethal attacker.
The 24-year-old forward was not called into action in Madrid’s La Liga curtain raiser against Osasuna at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium. The displeasure on Rodrygo’s face was evident when the camera panned on him during his warm-up routine.
The arrival of Xabi Alonso has marked the beginning of an uphill battle for the winger at Real Madrid. The Spanish boss has reshuffled the pecking order at the Bernabeu and Rodrygo is evidently not a top priority.
The transfer details
According to credible sources, Real Madrid are now convinced that sending Rodrygo out on loan could be the best arrangement for the club. Tottenham Hotspur have emerged as the likely destination for Rodrygo this summer.
Throughout the summer, several clubs like Arsenal, Liverpool and Bayern Munich were attributed with moves for the Brazilian. However, the clubs are seemingly more focused on permanent transfers and have not diverted their attention elsewhere.
Tottenham Hotspur perfectly fit the bill from Los Blancos’ perspective. The club will be able to loan out their star player to a Champions League bound Premier League team that will also cover Rodrygo’s enormous wage demands. An option to buy clause at the end of the contract is strictly off the cards at this stage of the talks.
If Rodrygo is able to deliver lightening performances in the Premier League, the Whites will be able to command a higher asking price for their out of favor asset in future sales negotiations.
Potential life at Tottenham for Rodrygo
Tottenham Hotspur missed out on the signing of Eberechi Eze, who is now on course to join sworn rivals, Arsenal. The temporary arrival of Rodrygo could be a massive boost to the side who have an ambitious season staring at them in the Champions League.
Rodrygo too will have another chance to redeem himself with a top performing side in Europe. The player’s dejected face on Monday evening in Madrid drew attention from several supporters. A move to London could ensure that the smile returns to Rodrygo’s face permanently.
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