Real Madrid are said to be very high on Manchester City midfielder Rodri, with Xabi Alonso a huge fan. However, the Premier League club is looking to make him the second-highest-paid player at the club behind Erling Haaland with a new deal.

Rodrygo has continued to express his desire to remain at Real Madrid and according to some reports, even during his summer break in Brazil, he maintained a demanding personal training routine as he strive to compete for a place in Alonso’s first-choice lineup.

Once considered a key part of Real Madrid's future, Rodrygo is now at a crossroads. What could the future hold for the Brazilian forward?