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The El Clasico is where legends are made. But last weekend, one name was missing from the pitch. Rodrygo Goes, a player once tipped to be Real Madrid’s next big thing, decided not to play.
And now, the reason behind it is becoming clearer — he wants out.
Rodrygo’s refusal to feature in Madrid’s 4-3 loss to Barcelona wasn’t just about form. It was a message.
Sources close to the club say the Brazilian forward has made up his mind: he won’t wear the white shirt again unless it’s to pack it in his suitcase.
After six seasons and 267 appearances for Los Blancos, the 24-year-old is feeling left out of the future.
The arrival of Jude Bellingham took much of the spotlight, and with Kylian Mbappe already taking the center stage, Rodrygo seems to think there’s no room left for him.
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The situation is tense. Reports (via Marca) suggest Rodrygo’s connection with long-time teammate Vinicius Jr. has cooled.
Not long ago, the pair danced their way through defenses together. Now, it seems they barely talk off the pitch.
Frustrated by his limited role and declining influence, Rodrygo has gone from hopeful to heated. His return of six goals and six assists in La Liga hasn’t helped his case either.
For Real Madrid fans, the timing could not be worse. Refusing to play in the biggest game of the season has left many supporters baffled — and angry.
What's next for Rodrygo?
Rodrygo’s next step? A summer exit seems likely. Premier League giants like Arsenal, Liverpool, and Manchester United are watching.
Bayern Munich might join the queue too, if their budget allows. Even Saudi clubs could come calling.
Real Madrid, meanwhile, are preparing for life under Xabi Alonso. And unless things change fast, it won’t include Rodrygo.
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Vishal Bhawani is a sub-editor for the Affiliate Content team and a writer and sub-editor for the Football Wires team at The Sporting News. Based in Indore, India, he holds a Diploma in Operations and Management from Maharashtra University.
Before joining TSN in May 2024, Vishal contributed to Football Express and Six Sports and ran his own blog, Anfield Home, as a passionate Liverpool fan. An avid traveler, he follows multiple sports, including cricket, soccer, and tennis.
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