Barcelona remains highly alert to Real Madrid's moves. With the summer transfer market in full swing, the blaugrana club is looking to strengthen its attack with a top-level player. According to sources close to the culé environment, an unexpected figure could switch sides in the coming days.
Rodrygo Goes, one of the most unbalancing players on the white team, has lost ground in Florentino Pérez's plans. With Kylian Mbappé and Gonzalo, in addition to the presence of Vinícius Júnior and Brahim Díaz, the Brazilian has been left in a delicate situation. In Valdebebas, they know that someone has to leave.
Xabi Alonso, Real Madrid's coach, has already conveyed his playing idea to the board; for his project, Rodrygo is not a priority. Florentino has taken note. Although the Brazilian player has a contract and a high release clause, the white club would be willing to let him leave for a figure close to €60 million.
Barcelona know it and remain highly alert.
The sporting management, led by Deco, is looking for a winger with dribbling skills and goal-scoring ability. Rodrygo's profile fits: fast, technical, young, and experienced in major events. In addition, he knows LaLiga, doesn't need to adapt, and would arrive eager to prove himself after being discarded by his current club.
Although the transfer is complex, Joan Laporta doesn't rule anything out, and there have already been informal contacts with the footballer's entourage. The Brazilian would not look unfavorably on a move to Barcelona if his departure from Real Madrid is confirmed. He wants playing time and to feel important, something Hansi Flick could offer him from day one.
Sales sought
Barcelona is working on key departures to free up wage bill. If some sales such as Raphinha's or Ferran Torres's are finalized, the €60 million Real Madrid is asking for Rodrygo would not be unattainable. In addition, the culés could include players to lower the cost of the operation, such as Íñigo Martínez or even Ansu Fati.
Florentino Pérez, who for years has closed the door to any direct operation with Barcelona, could make an exception if Xabi Alonso authorizes it. The relationship between both clubs is not good, but in this case, it is a strategic necessity. Real Madrid wants to lighten its squad and Barcelona could take advantage of it.
The operation, although surprising, is not outlandish; Rodrygo is on the way out and Barcelona needs firepower up front. It would be a market coup and a direct message to the eternal rival: stars can also be signed at Camp Nou. Rodrygo Goes, the star that Florentino and Xabi Alonso do not see in their new project, could wear blaugrana this summer; everything is underway.