Liverpool, PSG-Linked Attacker’s Reason for Real Madrid Stay Revealed | OneFootball

The summer transfer window is coming to an end, and one player who was linked to PSG at various points was Real Madrid standout Rodrygo. Despite the rumors, the Brazilian didn’t move and will likely stay in place past deadline day.

Reports on PSG’s stance toward Rodrygo have been mixed. Foot Mercato’s Josué Cassé said the Brazilian forward is not currently on PSG’s radar, which contradicts a report from Sky Sports Germany’s Florian Plettenberg. He also noted that Tottenham Hotspur are not in the race.

Even so, Plettenberg added that both Liverpool and PSG are keeping tabs on Rodrygo. PSG remain keen on adding a top young winger, though any move will likely hinge on how the market develops in the coming weeks.

Rodrygo will remain at Real Madrid

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According to Defensa Central (h/t Fichajes), Rodrygo believes this season under Xabi Alonso gives him the chance to regain the prominence he lost last year.

The report mentions that he expects more opportunities in his preferred role on the left wing, where he feels at his best taking on defenders, linking up with teammates, and making an impact—something he already showed in his performance against Real Oviedo.

If the competition is handled well, Los Blancos could benefit from having two top wingers pushing each other for starting spots. But if it turns into tension, it may quickly become one of the toughest challenges the new coach faces in his first season.