Real Madrid are not expected to make new signings in the upcoming January transfer window, but departures are very much on the table. Endrick Felipe appears set to join Lyon on loan, and now Rodrygo Goes could also leave the Spanish capital.
The Brazilian forward is enduring a very difficult season, having gone 31 consecutive matches without scoring for Los Blancos. His minutes have decreased significantly, with Vinicius Junior consistently preferred on the left side of the attack. This lack of prominence is becoming a major concern for Rodrygo as he aims to secure a key role for Brazil at next summer’s World Cup.
With his importance at Real Madrid diminishing, a January move is becoming increasingly realistic — and the club would not stand in his way. Reports from TEAMtalk (via CaughtOffside) indicate that Rodrygo is now keen to push for a Premier League move, believing that English football could give him the platform he needs to revive his form.
Several top English clubs — including Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United, Chelsea, and Tottenham Hotspur — are reportedly monitoring his situation and may consider making an offer once the window opens.
A clean break seems necessary for both sides
Rodrygo’s struggles make it clear that the time may have come for both the player and Real Madrid to part ways. A fresh environment could help him rediscover his confidence and his goalscoring touch, while Real Madrid cannot risk letting his market value decline any further by keeping him benched.
Whether a deal will be completed in January remains uncertain. Real Madrid are expected to demand a high fee for a mid-season transfer, especially since they would need to secure another forward to cover the second half of the campaign.
One thing is clear: Rodrygo’s future will be one of the biggest talking points of the winter window.
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Honestly, Rodrygo’s situation has become increasingly worrying. He is a player with huge potential, but it’s clear that things aren’t working for him at Real Madrid this season. A move to the Premier League might help him rediscover his confidence and rhythm. Still, losing him in January could create problems for the squad, especially with such a long season ahead. It will be interesting to see how this story develops in the coming weeks.