Rodrygo at the Clup World Cup 2025 for Real Madrid

Arsenal close door on Rodrygo transfer as summer plans shift

John William Last updated: Jul 17, 2025, 10:30 am
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Arsenal to walk away from Rodrygo transfer plans despite weeks of contact with his camp, according to reports in Spain.

Cadena Ser now claim the Gunners are “moving away” from the Real Madrid forward, despite previously considering a €90m bid.

Sources close to the club admit the deal is “becoming very complicated” — and Arsenal’s attention has officially shifted.

Madueke & Gyökeres Plans Leave No Room for Rodrygo

Mikel Arteta has changed direction. Arsenal are advancing on two other big targets — Chelsea’s Noni Madueke and Sporting CP’s Viktor Gyökeres.

With Madueke reportedly close to joining and negotiations ongoing with Sporting for Gyökeres, Arsenal now view their forward line as complete — leaving no space for Rodrygo.

“We were interested, but our priorities changed. We’ve moved on.” — Arsenal source via Cadena Ser

Liverpool Now Leading the Race

With the Arsenal door firmly shut, Rodrygo’s most likely destination appears to be Liverpool.

The Reds are said to hold concrete interest and could return with an official approach now that the Gunners are out of the race. No other serious Premier League suitor has stepped up — yet.

Rodrygo’s 2024/25 season at Real Madrid

Stat (2024/25) Rodrygo
Total Games Played 30
Goals 6
Assists 5
Expected Goals (xG) 6.72
Chances Created 48

Analyst Verdict

Rodrygo would have added elite depth and versatility, but with Gyökeres and Madueke incoming, Arsenal’s frontline looks stacked. Arteta is choosing squad balance over blockbuster moves.

Key Insights

  • Arsenal to walk away from Rodrygo transfer
  • Focus now on Madueke and Gyökeres
  • Liverpool emerge as lead contenders
  • €90m valuation proves too steep for Arsenal’s current plans

What’s Next?

Will Liverpool push hard for Rodrygo — or wait to see how Real Madrid's frontline reshapes post-Mbappe?


Would you rather see Rodrygo at Arsenal, Liverpool — or stay at Madrid?

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