Overview

• Rodrygo was an unused substitute in the 1-0 win over Osasuna, with Brahim Diaz and youngster Franco Mastantuono preferred for minutes.
• Pini Zahavi has travelled to London and requested meetings with Arsenal and Liverpool to explore options for the forward, according to multiple reports.
• Alonso publicly downplayed exit talk, saying “Nothing is happening” and that he counts on Rodrygo despite recent benchings.
• Real Madrid are reported to be open to a sale with valuations near €100m, though some outlets suggest a reduced fee in the region of £60m could be considered.
• Premier League interest from Arsenal and Liverpool continues without confirmed bids, while coverage varies on Manchester City’s stance depending on their winger situation.