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Real Madrid forward aware of his poor level, determined to turn his situation around
Real Madrid has always been Vinicius Jr.’s happy and safe space, with the player always in good spirits at the club, backed by the administration through thick and thin and consistently performing at a high level.
Over the past year, however, there has been an undeniable decline in the winger’s output and performances, and the situation has reached an alarming level this season.
Despite starting the season as a de facto starter under Jose Mourinho and having the manager’s backing, Vinicius has struggled to perform at the level he is associated with. In many ways, he has been the team’s weak link in attack consistently.
Vinicius is aware of his situation
As reported by Jose Felix Diaz of AS, the Real Madrid star is well aware of how he is underperforming and admits that his performances have been on a poor level lately.
He feels like he has hit rock bottom as of the recent Madrid derby where he was taken off the field in the 54th minute for his bland performance.
Vinicius is hurt, upset and overall disappointed in himself for the entire situation around him, and he left the Riyadh Air Metropolitano very low in spirits.
Looking for a redemption
An introspection and acceptance of reality is the first step in Vinicius turning his situation around, and it can only be good news for the administration and management that he has taken that difficult step forward.
The Spanish journalist also furthers that the player is now willing to face reality and make amends to prove his worth once more.
He feels he has a debt to repay Los Blancos for all the faith they have placed in him, especially in terms of betting on him in the long run and even handing out a contract renewal at a low point in his career instead of pushing and asking him to join Arsenal.
He is, thus, determined to do everything in his power to come back stronger and earn his place back as a star difference-maker.
One can only hope that his intent can be seriously converted into a tangible difference in output.
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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.
