What's in Store for Rodrygo? Real Madrid Bench Beckons After Failing to Secure Summer Transfer - Winger's Battle for Brazil's World Cup Squad
Rodrygo, once considered indispensable for Real Madrid, now finds himself on the fringe and out of the Brazil squad contention. With uncertainty looming over his future, the pressure is on for the young winger to make a significant impact in the upcoming months.
The wide man has been denied the switch most assumed he would get, and has fallen out of the picture for the SelecaoCarlo Ancelotti told Rodrygo to call him if he had any questions. It was the day after the Brazil squad for the Selecao's pair of World Cup qualifiers had been released, and the winger's name wasn't on the list. He wasn't the only omission - Vinicius Jr. also didn't make the cut. But journalists seized onto Rodrygo's absence. It made sense, too. You could argue that Vinicius needed a rest. Rodrygo, meanwhile, needed to play. But Ancelotti rebuffed queries from expectant reporters, and remarked: "I haven’t spoken to Rodrygo. If he wants explanations, he can call me. He knows how to reach me." It rather summed up what has been a curious few months for the immense talent. Rodrygo, just a year ago, was viewed as an indispensable part of the Madrid side. Sure, he wasn't an ideal fit on the right wing, but his talents couldn't be overlooked. But in the last six months, his promising career has rather stalled.First omitted by Ancelotti, then linked with a move away, and now having to stay and settle for back-up minutes for Madrid, the Brazilian is, in effect, caught in footballing purgatory. And it's impossible to predict what, exactly, comes next.
A Curious Turn of Events
Carlo Ancelotti's silence on Rodrygo's omission from the Brazil squad raised eyebrows and highlighted the young winger's fall from grace. Once an essential part of Real Madrid's lineup, Rodrygo now faces a challenging situation, oscillating between potential transfers and limited playing time.
Uncertainty and Turmoil
From being a promising talent to now grappling with uncertainty, Rodrygo's career progression has hit roadblocks. With speculations surrounding his future at Real Madrid and the missed opportunity to represent Brazil, the winger finds himself in a precarious position as he navigates through this phase of his footballing journey.
Looking Ahead
The road ahead for Rodrygo remains foggy, with the Real Madrid bench seemingly beckoning as transfer rumors failed to materialize. The battle for a spot in Brazil's World Cup squad adds further pressure on the young winger to prove his mettle and regain the trust of both club and country. It's a crucial juncture in Rodrygo's career, and how he responds to these challenges will shape his trajectory moving forward.
