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Real Madrid among top clubs monitoring the ‘new Odegaard’ – report
Real Madrid are always alert to young talents with potential across the globe. It has become a key strategy in their recruitment operations in recent years, with the club already securing deals for a number of youth prospects.
More are being tracked, with Real Madrid keeping an eye on the Brazilian teenage duo of Eduardo Conceicao and Eduardo Pape.
Real Madrid eyeing Eirik Granaas
Now, according to journalist Sebastien Vidal (h/t Mundo Deportivo), Real Madrid are among a host of top clubs across Europe closely monitoring Eirik Granaas.
Eirik Granaas, an attacking midfielder aged 16, is the latest sensation in Norwegian football. The young player currently plays for Fredrikstad FK in the Norwegian top division, where he has already made his debut.
Many compare him to former Real Madrid playmaker Martin Odegaard. Notably, he was born and raised in Drammen, the same city that produced the Arsenal captain, who is also the idol of the 16-year-old.
Apart from Real Madrid, other big teams such as Arsenal, Chelsea, Newcastle United and Liverpool are all in the race to sign him.
Granaas has made 23 appearances for Fredrikstad FK’s reserve team so far, scoring six goals. Meanwhile, he has six first-team appearances for the Norwegian club, in which he has found the back of the net once.
The teenager is also a part of the Norway U-16 national team setup, for whom he has played three times, netting one goal.
Granaas’ current contract with Fredrikstad FK expires in 2027. It will be interesting to see if Real Madrid make a move for the young attacking midfielder.
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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.
