There has to be a shout for Rodrygo being one of the most underrated world-class players on the planet. It’s likely because he is never the biggest name at Real Madrid; he’s not Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema, Vinicius Junior or Kylian Mbappé. He is, however, an unbelievable technician and goalscorer who would be the biggest star at most other clubs.
Just like other recent windows, his future came under a little scrutiny in January, when reports of Saudi interest circled. Liverpool are also allegedly interested and have even held exploratory talks with Madrid in a link that is likely to increase as Mohamed Salah moves towards his inevitable Anfield exit.
Rodrygo, 24, has 10 goals and six assists in 25 appearances across La Liga and the Champions League this season. He continues to be a decisive player for Carlo Ancelotti and is capable of stepping up whenever his team needs him. That sounds like a pretty appropriate replacement for Liverpool’s Egyptian king.
