€100m Attacking Swoop: Arsenal Hijack ‘Practically Impossible’ as EPL Rivals Circle

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·24 July 2025

€100m Attacking Swoop: Arsenal Hijack ‘Practically Impossible’ as EPL Rivals Circle

Spanish sources continue to insist that Arsenal have pulled out of the race to sign Real Madrid winger Rodrygo, and with good reason. A staggering asking price is now being floated, pushing the Gunners firmly out of contention.

After weeks of optimism surrounding the Brazilian’s potential move to north London, reports now suggest Arsenal’s interest has cooled significantly. Instead, Liverpool are emerging as the most likely destination for the 24-year-old.

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Rodrygo is expected to seek a new challenge after falling down the pecking order at the Santiago Bernabéu. While Real Madrid are reportedly open to letting him leave, the player himself is said to be undecided – a stance that may have frustrated Arsenal’s recruitment team.

Liverpool lead the way

New claims suggest it is now virtually impossible for Arsenal to land Rodrygo. He is expected to cost around €100 million, a fee that puts him well out of reach for most clubs without major outgoings.

Spanish journalist Anton Meana shared the update via El Larguero, quoting UK-based correspondent Pablo Montano:

“The Luis Díaz deal to Bayern Munich is well underway, and Liverpool could receive a large fee. At that point, they would enter the bidding for Rodrygo. With English clubs regularly paying €80 million or more, it would not be surprising if a similar figure was paid here. As we’ve said during the week, the Arsenal deal is practically impossible.”

Rodrygo (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)

Arsenal steer clear of costly saga

Having already invested £52 million in Noni Madueke, it seems unlikely that Arsenal would spend another £70 million or more on a winger in the same window.

Liverpool may now have a free run at Rodrygo, and in truth, many Gooners will feel the club have avoided a drawn-out and expensive transfer saga.

Rodrygo’s uncertainty over a move, paired with his high valuation and expected wage demands, made the situation increasingly more complex, with Arsenal fans asking ‘Should Arsenal now forget about a move for Rodrygo?‘

With Madueke able to operate on the left and Arsenal still tracking more attainable targets like Xavi Simons and Eberechi Eze, this may turn out to be a smart and pragmatic call from Andrea Berta.

What are your thoughts Gooners?

Daniel O

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