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Over the past year or so, Vinicius Jr. has been the Real Madrid player most heavily linked with a transfer to Saudi Arabia.

The 24-year-old superstar has been a subject of strong interest from the Middle East, who are prepared to break the bank for his signing.

However, it appears that Saudi Arabia have now cast their eyes on Vinicius’s teammate Rodrygo Goes as well.

Al-Nassr want Rodrygo to partner Cristiano Ronaldo

Indeed, according to journalist Sacha Tavolieri, Al-Nassr have begun their push to sign Rodrygo Goes in search of a new star to play alongside Real Madrid legend Cristiano Ronaldo.

With an almost unlimited transfer budget, the Saudi club has approached the Real Madrid forward’s representatives to gauge his interest in a move to the Saudi Pro League.

Al-Nassr’s plan is straightforward: offer Rodrygo a blank cheque to convince him to join. While no specific financial figure has yet been set, discussions between the club and the player’s entourage suggest that the offer could be limitless.

Saudi Arabia calling. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)

Cristiano Ronaldo himself has identified Rodrygo as the priority target the club should focus on signing this summer.

Rodrygo not considering Saudi move for now

For now, Rodrygo has responded by making it clear that if he were to leave Real Madrid, his first choice would be a move to the Premier League. His primary objective remains sporting, and he is not yet willing to consider a move to Saudi Arabia.

The Brazilian believes he will enjoy increased playing time under Xabi Alonso, even though that has not been the case so far at the FIFA Club World Cup.

Real Madrid, for their part, are understood to be open to offers, with Arsenal having shown the strongest interest in the 24-year-old so far.

Nevertheless, Al-Nassr’s message is clear: they want Rodrygo. And even if he is not currently considering their offer, they are prepared to work tirelessly this summer to present him with a proposal he cannot refuse.