Xabi Alonso officially confirmed the rumor about Rodrygo’s transfer: “He doesn’t really fit into the Real Madrid squad.”

In a press conference prior to the start of this weekend’s league matchday, coach  Xabi Alonso  left the European football community shaken by the first time  that rumors have appeared related to Rodrygo Goes  , the Brazilian winger who plays for Real Madrid.

In recent days, Rodrygo’s future has been a topic of debate in the Spanish and international press, especially after Real Madrid signed more attacking stars in the recent transfer window. Fans questioned whether the 23-year-old’s place was guaranteed under Xabi Alonso, a pragmatic coach who promoted balance within the squad.

When asked directly about Rodrygo’s situation, Xabi Alonso did not hesitate:

Rodrygo is a talented player, no one denies that. But right now, I need a cohesive squad; each position must respond to tactical intentions. And, in fact, Rodrygo no longer fits into the system I’m building at Real Madrid.

Alonso’s frank speech sounds as if Alonso’s words  confirm the rumors that Rodrygo could leave the Bernabéu this summer  .

A Real Madrid source revealed that the club’s board has received several offers from the Premier League and Serie A for the Brazilian player. Arsenal and Manchester City, in particular, are said to be the two teams that have shown the most interest. In Italy, AC Milan is also mentioned as a possible option if Rodrygo decides to leave La Liga.

Even so, Xabi Alonso continues to respect the students:

I never doubt Rodrygo’s fighting spirit or professionalism. But my football philosophy demands different qualities. At Real Madrid, each player must prioritize the collective, and sometimes that means some individuals are no longer suitable.

This statement quickly sparked a heated debate among fans. Many Real Madrid fans lamented Rodrygo’s departure, as he has scored many important goals in the Champions League and is considered the club’s savior. However, there is also the opinion that Alonso is on the right track by daring to make decisive decisions to build a new, more competitive Real Madrid.

With the transfer market still open, the possibility of Rodrygo leaving Real Madrid is entirely possible. If this happens, it would mark a significant turning point not only for the Brazilian striker’s career, but also for Xabi Alonso’s ambitious rebuilding project at the Santiago Bernabéu.