Florentino Perez is ready to pivot towards a rising star in the Eredivisie after accepting defeat in the pursuit of Manchester City's midfield anchor. With Rodri reportedly choosing a sensational switch to Barcelona, Los Blancos are preparing a swoop for an 18-year-old prodigy Jorthy Mokio.
Former Manchester United defender Phil Bardsley has tipped Jose Mourinho to transform Trent Alexander-Arnold's role at Real Madrid. Bardsley believes the England star could be deployed in a similar midfield position to David Beckham to supply Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior.
Arsenal have been urged to hijack Manchester City's pursuit of Chelsea winger Pedro Neto following their failed attempt to sign Vinicius Junior. Mikel Arteta's side are assessing alternatives to strengthen the left flank, with former Gunners forward Jeremie Aliadiere suggesting a £70m move for the Portugal international makes financial sense.
Real Madrid have officially ruled out signing a new midfielder this summer after missing out on Rodri. Manager Jose Mourinho will now restructure his tactical setup, relying heavily on Bernardo Silva and Arda Guler to lead the team's ball distribution during the upcoming campaign.
Michael Owen has encouraged Arsenal to pursue Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford after missing out on Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Junior. Mikel Arteta's side remain in search of a new left-sided attacker following Leandro Trossard's exit, with the former England striker believing a £40m deal for Rashford would make logical sense.
In 2024, Real Madrid boycotted the Ballon d'Or because of Rodri - and now he is set to sign, of all clubs, for Barcelona. The coup is a humiliation for Los Blancos and the next stage in the escalation of a toxic feud.
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