Leave the man alone — another brat from Xabi Alonso’s kindergarten is crying
Reading Time: 3min | Fri. 14.11.25. | 23:35
As if there weren’t already enough issues with the other players, the Brazilian forward is complaining once again about his place in the club
Xabi Alonso’s start at Real Madrid has been anything but smooth. While the club expected him to focus on building the team’s on-field identity, the immediate challenge seems to be managing tensions inside the dressing room. Reports suggest the relationship between the demanding coach and some of his star players has grown frosty, with whispers of unrest beginning to surface.
At the center of the storm is Rodrygo, a player whose frustrations are well known. On paper, the Brazilian is a key figure for Madrid, yet his appearances this season have been scarce. Since Alonso took over, the winger has started only four of the team’s 22 matches — a clear drop from his pivotal role in recent campaigns.
According to AS, Rodrygo is reportedly nearing the end of his patience. If his playing time doesn’t improve, he intends to seek a frank discussion with the club. The 22-year-old feels he is "too young and too talented" to spend the season mostly on the bench.
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— indykaila News (@indykaila) November 14, 2025
Rodrygo wants to leave Real Madrid in January.
The message has been delivered to @realmadrid officials. pic.twitter.com/8avhnYes2P
Just months ago, he played a vital role in securing Real Madrid’s 14th and 15th Champions League trophies, yet now he watches large portions of matches from the sidelines. A brief competition with Vinicius Júnior for the left-wing spot seems to have left him further sidelined.
Rodrygo had once rejected the lure of the Premier League, aiming to fight for a starting role at Madrid. But with his game time dwindling, he is reportedly reconsidering that decision. If nothing changes, a transfer could be on the horizon. Interest is already strong, with Arsenal, Chelsea, and Tottenham said to be tracking him closely.
🚨 Reports say Arsenal are still interested in Rodrygo ahead of January, and the Real Madrid forward is starting to consider a move for more minutes.
— Arsenal Radar (@ArsenalRadar) November 14, 2025
His price tag, once around £88m in the summer, has reportedly dropped to about £53m, with Arsenal, Man City, Chelsea and… pic.twitter.com/tUun80fErD
🚨 Manchester City still hold genuine interest in Real Madrid winger Rodrygo.
— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) November 14, 2025
The Brazil international is appreciated by City manager Pep Guardiola but any move is more likely to take place in the summer and would cost around €80M.
He's had just two starts in La Liga so far… pic.twitter.com/xpEsDYFBMG
Complicating matters, Alonso’s usual choice for the right wing, Franco Mastantuono, is injured, and his stand-in Brahim Diaz has struggled to deliver — netting just one goal in 13 appearances. In theory, the path is open for Rodrygo to step up, but the reality is harsher: he hasn’t scored since March, leaving him caught in a frustrating cycle.
The Brazilian’s tolerance is wearing thin. Could he soon become one of Real Madrid’s most notable departures in recent memory?
