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Real Madrid duo gunning for a return against Getafe, doubtful against Liverpool
Real Madrid suffered a triple injury blow in their last game before the international break against Osasuna with Eder Militao, Lucas Vazquez and Rodrygo all leaving the field with fitness setbacks.
The Brazilian defender faced an ACL injury and is thus out for the season in what comes as a massive blow to the team’s plans.
The remaining duo, however, suffered less serious injuries and are hoping to return in the coming games, especially after enjoying two weeks off to fast-forward their recoveries.
The latest update
Now, as relayed by AS, both players are progressing well with their returns and are pushing to feature in the near future.
Rodrygo and Vazquez will both be unavailable against Leganes for sure and remain doubtful to feature against Liverpool at Anfield, although they are not completely ruling out timely return as well.
The Brazilian has already begun working with the ball but can dream of a return against Liverpool although it is unlikely. In any case, he will almost certainly return at least for the team’s clash against Getafe next weekend.
Vazquez, meanwhile, is also gunning towards a return against Getafe with Liverpool looking unlikely. In any case, the manager will be thrilled to have two key players back in the mix in just over a week’s time.
The big hurdle, however, is getting past Liverpool without their services. Federico Valverde appears set to play in the right-back position as it stands with an extra-midfielder likely to fill the void created by Rodrygo’s absence.
Once the duo is back, Vazquez will undoubtedly continue as a starter at right-back and free the Uruguayan back to his role in midfield. Rodrygo, meanwhile, will continue making a strong stance to play in the forward trio.
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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.
