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Chelsea midfielder’s agent addresses Real Madrid rumours – ‘A lot of things are being said…’
Speaking in an interview with AS, Javier Pastore, the agent of Chelsea midfielder Javier Pastore, has opened up on the rumours linking his client to Real Madrid.
With Los Blancos in the market for a new midfielder, the Chelsea vice-captain has emerged as a possible target.
And the player’s comments about how he would love to live in Madrid, made during the last international break, only served to fuel the speculations further – even earning him a two-match sanction from his club.
Pastore on Enzo to Real Madrid links
So, when asked about the possibility of a move from Chelsea to Madrid in the summer, Pastore downplayed it, saying:
“A lot of things are being said… but the truth is, nothing’s really happening. He’s focused on finishing strong at Chelsea.
“It’s true he’s made some comments that weren’t entirely appropriate at the time, but he didn’t say anything out of the ordinary. He simply talked about Madrid, which he really likes.”
Further elaborating, Pastore stated how the Chelsea star loves the city of Madrid and visits at every chance he gets.
“Whenever he has a day off, he comes to Madrid because I’m there and because he has friends there. But that’s all it is; nothing more. The goal is to finish the year well at Chelsea, have a good World Cup, and then we’ll see,” he said.
Pastore on Franco Mastantuono
Meanwhile, the former Argentine international also spoke about his compatriot Franco Mastantuono, who has had a difficult debut season at Real Madrid.
“He’s an 18-year-old kid… I wish I’d been at Real Madrid by 18! He’s incredibly talented, that’s why he’s where he is. We have to give him time. He needs to adapt. The team also has to help him play his own game,” Pastore remarked.
“He’s not a player who can make the difference on his own, like Vinicius or Mbappé, but rather a player who needs teammates to create plays, link up with his teammates, and get into the opposition’s box.
“I think that with time we’ll all discover the true Mastantono that he is,” he concluded.
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Arsenal in contact with Real Madrid forward’s camp over potential transfer – report
Doubts about Rodrygo Goes’ long-term future at Real Madrid having been growing for some time.
The Brazilian’s situation had become uncomfortable over the past couple of seasons as he experienced a sudden decline in form. And, just when it seemed like he was about to turn things around, an ACL injury ruled him out in March earlier this year.
With Rodrygo now facing an extended spell on the sidelines, his recovery will be crucial. He is expected to return in December or January, and the club will monitor how he responds physically before determining what role he will play under Jose Mourinho.
Arsenal keeping tabs on Rodrygo
Now, according to TEAMtalk (h/t Bernabeu Digital), Arsenal are in contact with Rodrygo’s representatives over a potential future move.
The report states that the Gunners had already attempted to sign the Brazilian before his injury, and their interest has now resurfaced ahead of a possible move in the summer of 2027.
The Premier League champions had also explored the possibility of signing Vinicius Jr. from Real Madrid this past summer, before he signed a new long-term contract at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Now, their attention seems to have switched Vinicius’ fellow Brazilian forward who is closing in on his return from the ACL rupture.
Real Madrid want to keep Rodrygo until the summer
As already reported, Rodrygo will not leave Real Madrid in January. The intention is for the winger to regain full fitness and become available to Mourinho for the second half of the season.
Real Madrid are not considering selling the former Santos wonderkid during the January transfer window.
Instead, the club intend to reassess his situation next summer, once he has had the opportunity to recover and demonstrate his form on the pitch.
The plan is to have the Brazilian fit and available for the second half of the campaign before making a final decision at the end of the season.
Rodrygo’s performances after returning from injury, together with Mourinho’s assessment of his role in the squad, will help determine what happens next.
Depending on those factors, Real Madrid could consider allowing him to leave or decide that he still has an important future at the Santiago Bernabeu.
For now, Arsenal’s interest remains a possibility to watch, but Real Madrid are focused on Rodrygo’s recovery rather than negotiating a January departure.
