Real Madrid Willing To Sacrifice Star Player In Swap Deal With Liverpool

Xabi Alonso would be ‘delighted’ to have him at Madrid.

Real Madrid are open to the idea of a swap deal involving Rodrygo, according to reports in Spain, with Xabi Alonso willing to ‘facilitate’ a move for one of Liverpool’s summer signings.

Since joining the club in a £39 million move from Santos, Rodrygo has made over 250 appearances for Los Blancos across a trophy-laden six-year spell.

He impressed under Carlo Ancelotti, winning three La Liga titles and the Champions League twice, but the Brazil international has played a bit-part role of late, especially under new manager Xabi Alonso.

As a result, Rodrygo was heavily linked with a summer move. Arsenal and Chelsea were both rumoured to be interested alongside recently-crowned Premier League champions Liverpool.

Spanish publication AS claimed Liverpool expressed an interest and were keeping tabs on his delicate situation at Madrid, but they eventually focused on other targets, including Florian Wirtz.

Rodrygo has struggled for starts under Xabi Alonso. Image credit: Getty

Wirtz, who eventually joined Liverpool for £116 million, had been tracked by Madrid for several months.

However, the Spanish club were unwilling to meet the demands made by Bayer Leverkusen and proceeded to withdraw from the bidding process, according to Spanish publication Defensa Central.

The report also claims Wirtz ‘wouldn’t have hesitated’ to join Los Blancos if they had made a suitable offer.

In fact, as the German struggles to adapt to life in the Premier League, Madrid would be willing to include Rodrygo in an audacious swap deal for Wirtz.

“Xabi Alonso would be delighted to have him,” the report says. “For now, Real Madrid are following him very closely, aware that he could become a very interesting option to strengthen their midfield in the future.”

It adds: “But in the short term, it seems like a virtually impossible move, because Liverpool won’t want to sell him so soon, however interested they may be in Rodrygo.”

What has Rodrygo said about Liverpool?

Before his move to Madrid, the Brazilian forward came close to signing for Liverpool for just £2.5 million.

“We didn’t close the deal (with Liverpool) because I didn’t want to,” Rodrygo said in 2024. “I wanted to stay at Santos even though the offer was very good… finally, I was able to fulfil my dream of playing for Santos.”

“But it’s true, I almost went to Liverpool in 2017.”

Rodrygo came up against Liverpool this month. Image credit: Getty

Despite turning Liverpool down, he has expressed his admiration for the club and its fans.

Speaking ahead of a Champions League clash at Anfield in 2023, he said: “The game there is going to be very difficult, we already know this. Playing against Liverpool is always difficult whether with or without fans, but at Anfield even more.”

Report: Liverpool told to pay close to Premier League record fee for 25-year-old target

Arne Slot could be reunited with a familiar face at Liverpool.

Liverpool are interested in signing the PSG midfielder Vitinha in the coming months.

According to a report from Fichajes, Real Madrid are also keen on securing the services of the 25-year-old Portuguese international.

The French outfit have now set his asking price at €130 million. It will be interesting to see if Liverpool or Real Madrid are prepared to pay up.

They have been monitoring the Portuguese midfielder closely and they are impressed by his performances. The Portuguese international has been a key player for PSG, and he helped them win the league title and the UEFA Champions League last season. He is at the peak of his career, and he could make a huge impact at Liverpool or Real Madrid.

Liverpool could use Vitinha

Both clubs need more quality in the middle of the park. They need someone who can control the tempo of the game, add composure and technical ability in the middle of the park as well. The Portuguese International certainly fits the profile, and it remains to be seen how the situation develops.

The asking price is quite expensive, and PSG might need to be more reasonable with their demands in order for the move to go through. The French outfit is under no pressure to sell the player, and it is no surprise that they have set an absurd asking price. They will hope that the likes of Real Madrid and Liverpool will walk away from the deal.

🚨 BREAKING NEWS: Confirmed by Fabrizio Romano — DONE DEAL!

Liverpool have officially reached a full agreement with Zinedine Zidane, who is now set to replace Arne Slot as the new manager of the club on a three-year deal. According to multiple reports confirmed by Fabrizio Romano, Zidane is expected to complete the move after Liverpool agreed to pay a £20 million compensation fee to finalize the appointment.

This sensational development marks the end of Arne Slot’s short and turbulent tenure at Anfield, which saw the Reds lose seven of their opening fixtures, including the recent disappointing defeat to Manchester City. The decision from FSG comes swiftly, with sources revealing that the club’s hierarchy could no longer ignore the team’s poor form and dwindling morale.

Zidane’s arrival has already sparked scenes of jubilation across Anfield. Fans were seen outside the stadium celebrating the news, chanting Zidane’s name and waving flags as the French legend touched down in Merseyside. The former Real Madrid boss, who guided Los Blancos to three consecutive UEFA Champions League titles, is seen by many as the man who can restore Liverpool’s identity and winning mentality.

Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher reacted to the news, saying, “Zidane coming to Liverpool is massive. He’s a proven winner, a man who commands respect and has handled big dressing rooms before. This could be the start of something special, but he’ll need time — the Premier League is a different beast.”

Meanwhile, Gary Neville offered a more cautious take, stating, “It’s a bold move. Zidane’s record is unquestionable, but he’s been away from management for a while. The question is, can he adapt quickly to the intensity and physicality of English football? That will define his success.”

Among the fans, emotions are running high. Some believe this is exactly what Liverpool needed after a rough start under Slot, while others feel the Dutch manager deserved more time to implement his ideas. A supporter outside Anfield told Sky Sports, “We all loved Klopp, and it’s been hard adjusting, but Zidane? That’s world-class. If anyone can bring the glory days back, it’s him.”

Another fan added, “I think the club moved too fast. Slot didn’t even get a full season. But with Zidane’s name and experience, you can’t help but feel excited.”

Inside sources suggest Zidane has already outlined his vision for the team, focusing on discipline, structure, and bringing back Liverpool’s high-intensity pressing style with a touch of European flair. He is expected to meet with the squad immediately after his official unveiling at Anfield later this week.

As Liverpool fans brace themselves for a new era, the football world watches closely. Zinedine Zidane, one of the greatest football minds of his generation, is now at Anfield — ready to take on the Premier League challenge.

The question remains: can Zidane uphold the legacy of Jürgen Klopp and restore the glory days to Liverpool? Only time will tell — but one thing is certain, the atmosphere around Anfield has never felt this electri

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