Liverpool’s chances of signing Rodrygo have been handed a major boost as Arsenal are ready to walk away from a potential €90 million (£78m/$104m) deal for the Real Madrid forward. The Gunners have shifted their focus to securing Viktor Gyokeres and Noni Madueke, leaving the Reds with a clearer path to land the Brazilian superstar this summer.
Arsenal end pursuit of Real Madrid star Rodrygo
Gunners focus on Gyokeres and Madueke instead
Liverpool handed clear path to land Brazilian forward
Arsenal were previously in talks with Rodrygo’s camp after showing interest in a big-money move. However, Spanish outlet Cadena Ser now report that the Gunners have dropped out due to complications in the deal. Instead, Mikel Arteta’s side are pursuing Madueke and Gyokeres to reinforce their attack.
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THE BIGGER PICTURE
Rodrygo’s future at Real Madrid has been uncertain since the arrival of Kylian Mbappe and Gonzalo Garcia's rise. Arsenal were keen to act quickly, but the forward’s price tag and availability created issues. Liverpool could now take advantage of Arsenal’s withdrawal to step up their own pursuit.
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Liverpool are showing interest in Rodrygo over a summer move as they are expecting the departure of Darwin Nunez and potentially Luis Diaz, who has invited interest from Bayern Munich and Barcelona.
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WHAT NEXT FOR RODRYGO?
Arsenal are expected to finalise both of their attacking signings in the coming weeks. As such, Liverpool may accelerate talks with Rodrygo’s camp, seeing a rare opportunity in the market. Real Madrid will monitor developments as they reshape their forward line for next season. Rodrygo now faces a decision: stay at Madrid or consider a summer move to Liverpool.