Real Madrid star sends powerful message amidst Premier League rumours | OneFootball

Rodrygo made the most of his opportunity in Real Madrid’s 4-0 win over Austrian side WSG Tirol, coming on as a second-half substitute for Vinicius Jr.

The Brazilian forward scored his team’s fourth goal, delivering a reminder of his talent at a time when his future at the club is under discussion.

It is understood that the match served as a clear indicator of Xabi Alonso’s early plans. Both in the Club World Cup and in this friendly, Rodrygo started on the bench.

In the game against Tirol, Brahim Diaz was deployed on the right, with academy youngster Gonzalo Garcia also considered an option ahead of the Brazilian.

This suggests that, at least for now, Rodrygo is not among Alonso’s first-choice front three alongside Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr.

Making the most of limited minutes

Despite the uncertainty, Rodrygo showed no signs of letting the situation affect him. In the 81st minute, he combined well with Mbappe before firing in a right-footed finish to seal the victory.

It was the kind of goal he had been missing recently and one that could help boost his confidence heading into the new campaign.

His performance comes amid continued speculation linking him to the Premier League, with Manchester City reportedly the best placed to move for him should they present a significant offer.

For now, Rodrygo’s focus seems to be on delivering when called upon, proving to Alonso that he can be a decisive figure even if he starts from the bench.

After the match, Rodrygo posted on social media: “Let the 25/26 season begin.”

The message appeared to signal his readiness to fight for his place, while also leaving the door open for whatever the future may hold.

For Real Madrid, having a player of Rodrygo’s quality willing to compete for his spot could be a valuable asset in what promises to be a demanding season.