Overview

• Rodrygo confirmed his late‑season absence was due to serious personal mental‑health issues rather than injury.
• He thanked Carlo Ancelotti, Davide Ancelotti, Real Madrid staff and his family for prioritizing his well‑being and says he now feels recovered and motivated.
• Under new coach Xabi Alonso he has mostly been used on the left and has had limited starts, though he says he will play any position asked.
• He acknowledged receiving offers during the summer but reiterated he intends to stay at the club while he is wanted.
• After missing Ancelotti’s first two Brazil squads, he has been recalled for upcoming friendlies against South Korea and Japan.