Recently, Real Madrid defeated Mallorca 2-1 in La Liga. Notably, striker Rodrygo has not been registered to compete.
According to Metro, after the match, coach Ancelotti explained his student's situation: "Rodrygo had a fever and could not show his best ability.
Today, during training, he had a leg injury. I don't know where the pain is. And he's not very well, he hasn't recovered well from the fever."
Rodrygo's absence has given the public more reason to discuss his future. Because before that, this star did not play well, as well as had conflicts with Bellingham and Mbappe in the El Clasico match.
For his part, the 24-year-old star felt compelled to speak up. He posted on his social media: Thank you everyone for sending messages and interest. I will return soon. Don't make up stories anymore."
There is no confirmation yet that Rodrygo will leave Real Madrid, but Arsenal are said to be closely monitoring the situation. With the London side struggling to attack on the left wing, the Brazilian winger is considered an upgrade option worth considering.
Former goalkeeper Paul Robinson commented: "The cost of getting Rodrygo and whether he wants to go to Arsenal or not are two different things. If you have Saka and Rodrygo on the wings, it's a great pair to play behind a world-class No. 9 player."
In the context of Martinelli and Trossard not being able to maintain stability, Arsenal are really in need of a strategic change. However, everything is still at the level of speculation when Rodrygo seems to still want to stay at Real Madrid.
