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Liverpool Ready to Move for Rodrygo as Real Madrid Opens the Door for Sale

In a stunning development, Liverpool have received the green light to pursue a move for Rodrygo, with Real Madrid reportedly open to selling the Brazilian star. This comes as the Reds continue their measured approach to transfers under Arne Slot, who made only one first-team addition last summer—Federico Chiesa. Liverpool’s strategy has focused on maintaining consistency, rather than making major splash signings, and it’s clearly paying off. They are currently leading the Premier League, six points ahead of Arsenal with a game in hand, and topped their Champions League group.

Liverpool have engaged in talks for Rodrygo, with Real Madrid now easing their position on a potential sale

Liverpool have been in talks with Real Madrid about a potential move for Rodrygo, with the Spanish club seemingly softening their stance on parting ways with the winger. There’s also growing speculation surrounding Mohamed Salah, whose exceptional form this season has made him a 3/1 favorite to win the 2025 Ballon d’Or. Ben Jacobs, a prominent transfer expert, believes that even if Liverpool renews Salah’s contract, it won’t prevent them from seeking his eventual replacement. Jacobs said, “In an ideal world, Liverpool renew Van Dijk and Salah, while simultaneously in 2025 looking to replace them… it makes the transition much more seamless.”

If Liverpool secures Rodrygo‘s signature, there might be little need for a lengthy period of adjustment. According to Fichajes, Real Madrid has always viewed Rodrygo as a key figure, though “the situation could change” if offers come in this summer. There’s already talk of Saudi Arabian interest, with rumors of a €200 million bid. Los Blancos are expecting further suitors for Rodrygo as the transfer window approaches.

Previously, Spanish outlets Cadena Ser and Sport (via Sport Witness) have reported on initial conversations between Rodrygo and Liverpool, potentially as a fallback option if Salah does not extend his contract. With just three months remaining on Salah’s current deal, there’s a real possibility that Liverpool could target Rodrygo in the summer if they lose their star player. There’s even speculation that Rodrygo could slot into Liverpool‘s attack alongside Salah, given his versatility—he originally played on the left wing before transitioning to the right for Madrid.

Although Rodrygo has been valued at around €100 million, and he is ranked among the top right-wingers in the world, Liverpool faces stiff competition. A possible bidding war could emerge, with Saudi Arabian clubs reportedly ready to throw large sums at him. However, despite Liverpool‘s interest, the move remains distant at this point. FourFourTwo suggests that while there is a pathway to a transfer, the situation is still developing and a deal is not imminent.

Moreover, the move for Rodrygo seems out of character for Michael Edwards and Richard Hughes, who have earned their reputations by bringing in players before they become global superstars. Signing a Real Madrid player for a record fee would represent a significant departure from their usual approach.

As of now, Rodrygo is valued at €100 million by Transfermarkt, and attention will shift to Liverpool‘s upcoming League Cup semi-final clash with Tottenham at Anfield this week.

Rodrygo, a forward for Real Madrid, has disclosed how, seven years ago, he was on the verge of joining Liverpool as a teenager.

Due to Kylian Mbappe’s presence at the Bernabeu, the Brazilian was speculatively connected to a possible £86 million move to Liverpool this summer.

Rodrygo would be open to leaving the Spanish city if Real welcomes another Brazilian sensation, Endrick, to further intensify competition for spots in their attack.

Arsenal, Liverpool, and both Manchester teams are reportedly keeping an eye on the situation, but they are aware that a deal would only be feasible if Real Madrid listed the player for sale or if the player requested to transfer.

The 23-year-old now disclosed how close he was to signing with Liverpool in 2017 in a new interview with the Guardian—for a mere €3 million!

“I didn’t want to close the deal, so we didn’t,” he said.

“Even though the offer was very good, I wanted to stay at Santos.” The professional path they had assured me of would have been excellent as well. In order to get ready for European football, I intended to complete my education in England.

Rodrygo would have only been sixteen at the time, so maybe staying in his native country made sense.

“Playing in Europe has always been my dream,” he said after spending €40 million to join Real Madrid two years later.

“Everything was excellent, but my yearning was more audible. My intention was to remain at Santos and create some history with the club. That’s exactly what transpired: I was able to realise my ambition of representing Santos. I did, however, come close to visiting Liverpool.

A possible Salah replacement?

It’s intriguing that Liverpool looked to recruit a “wonderkid” from Brazil because supporters have been saying they ought to be doing that more frequently, like Real and Man City have lately.

With 15 goals and eight assists for Real this season, the adaptable attacker may eventually be considered as Mo Salah’s replacement at Anfield.

Rodyrgo, a pillar of the Brazil national team, has the build to take Salah’s place, and at 23, he still has plenty of development ahead of him.

His current contract expires in 2028; he signed a new one last year. One to watch out for, maybe.