Brazilian Star Edges Closer to Anfield Switch Amid Arsenal Setback
Liverpool are now leading the charge to sign Real Madrid winger Rodrygo Goes after Arsenal reportedly stepped away from the race for the £78 million-rated Brazilian. With the Gunners’ transfer priorities shifting, the path is now clear for Jurgen Klopp’s side to accelerate negotiations and bring the 23-year-old to Merseyside.
Arsenal Cool Interest in Arteta’s “Dream” Signing
Arsenal’s pursuit of Rodrygo has reportedly hit a dead end. Despite Mikel Arteta viewing the Real Madrid forward as an ideal addition to his attacking lineup, sources close to the club suggest the Gunners have now closed the door on a potential move.
Transfer expert Ben Jacobs previously confirmed Arsenal’s “genuine interest,” revealing exploratory talks began as far back as May. However, the North London side has since shifted focus, allocating significant funds elsewhere.
So far this summer, Arsenal have invested approximately £75 million in Martin Zubimendi, Kepa Arrizabalaga, and Christian Norgaard. And with the expected arrivals of Viktor Gyokeres, Noni Madueke, and Cristhian Mosquera, their total spend could surpass £200 million—placing them among the Premier League’s top spenders alongside Chelsea.
Liverpool Make Aggressive Move for Rodrygo
With Arsenal stepping back, Liverpool are wasting no time in making their intentions clear. The Reds reportedly view Rodrygo as a priority signing and are “doing everything in their power” to secure the Brazilian’s signature.
Rodrygo, who has seen his role at Real Madrid reduced following the arrival of attacking reinforcements, is open to a move. According to Spanish outlet Cadena SER, Liverpool have enlisted influential agent Pini Zahavi to facilitate discussions with Real Madrid in the coming days.
The Spanish giants are said to value the winger at around €90 million (£78 million), a figure Liverpool appear ready to negotiate, given their ambition to bolster their attacking depth.
Real Madrid’s Asking Price Could Be Key
While Real Madrid are not actively pushing Rodrygo out, the club is reportedly open to a sale at the right price, particularly as they look to balance their squad and finances following major summer acquisitions.
Rodrygo’s potential availability has caught the attention of several European giants, but with Arsenal now shifting priorities and Chelsea focusing elsewhere, Liverpool are emerging as the frontrunners.
What’s Next for Rodrygo?
As the transfer window heats up, Rodrygo’s future could be one of the defining stories of the summer. Liverpool’s proactive approach and the backing of influential intermediaries suggest a deal could progress swiftly—provided they meet Madrid’s valuation.
For Arsenal, attention now turns to other targets like Eberechi Eze, while Mikel Arteta continues to reshape his squad with creativity and depth in mind.
