This summer, Rodrygo is among the potential departures from Real Madrid's squad. Arsenal had previously shown interest in him, and Liverpool are also looking to enter the race. This summer, Liverpool have already signed several strong players and view Rodrygo as a key target for their winger position. In the coming days or weeks, Liverpool will send envoys to Madrid to initiate formal contact with Real Madrid.
Real Madrid have set a price tag of around €100 million for Rodrygo, and Liverpool are capable of affording this substantial transfer fee. Additionally, Real Madrid are highly impressed with Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konaté, considering him an ideal defensive partner for Antonio Rüdiger. It should be noted, however, that negotiations for the two transfers – involving Rodrygo and Konaté – will be conducted separately and will not interfere with each other.
That said, before formally making an offer to Real Madrid for Rodrygo, Liverpool must first sell their Colombian winger Luis Díaz. The likelihood of Díaz leaving Liverpool is high, but he will not take extreme measures to force a departure. Bayern Munich previously made a €70 million offer for Díaz, which was rejected by Liverpool, who are holding out to see if Saudi Arabian clubs will make a higher bid.
At present, Rodrygo is still considering staying at Real Madrid. With the Club World Cup now concluded, Rodrygo will hold discussions with Real Madrid about his future, hoping to secure more regular playing time. However, with the arrival of Marstontono and the possibility of Endrick switching to right winger, Rodrygo's development space in Real Madrid's squad will be further restricted.
Furthermore, it is reported that Liverpool currently lead Arsenal in the race for Rodrygo.
