Liverpool locks in Rodrigo, 86 million pounds to bet on Real Madrid frustrated

According to the well-known Belgian journalist Sacha Tavolieri, Liverpool has surpassed Manchester City in the battle for Rodrigo and occupied the leading position. The 24-year-old Brazilian winger won only 63 minutes of playing time in Real Madrid's 3-0 victory over Oviedo, and his team has received instructions to find a new owner before the summer window is closed. Although the Reds have spent more than 300 million pounds to complete eight signings this summer, new coach Slot still hopes to add one or two top attackers in the frontcourt. Newcastle striker Isaac was the first choice target, but the Magpies refused to release him before finding a replacement, which forced Anfield management to launch Plan B - the £86 million transfer fee marked by the Galaxy for Rodrigo, which happened to be highly consistent with Liverpool's budget.

super agent Chia Jorabchin became a key pusher, and he successfully implanted Rodrigo into Liverpool's alternative list. In the nine games coached by Real Madrid's new coach Alonso, the Brazilian only got two starting opportunities, and the team's overall pick has fallen behind Mbappe, Vinicius, Diaz and even new players Mastantono and Garcia. Opta data shows that Rodrigo averaged 1.2 excellent opportunities per game in La Liga last season, with an expected assist value (xA) of 0.28. His balanced bifoot characteristics can perfectly adapt to multiple positions in the frontcourt of the Reds. If the transfer is in progress, he can form a deadly trident with Salah and Werz, allowing Ekitic to serve as a single arrow in the sudden front; he can also replace the Egyptian king to guard the right side during the African Cup, providing the team with crucial tactical flexibility.

This potential deal reflects the cruel ecology of modern football - even if you are a member of the Champions League, you may still become victims due to the gathering of superstars. Just as Anfield used Coutinho's transfer fee to build the cornerstone of the dynasty, Real Madrid now faces a similar trade-off in value. For Liverpool, it is a pity to miss Isaac, but signing Rodrigo, who has the genes of the competition, may be a better solution: he not only brings the big heart attribute of 11 Champions League knockout goals, but his unball run and high-pressing efficiency (the PPDA value ranks top 15% of the La Liga forwards last season) is more in line with Slott's tactical philosophy. When Manchester City hinders withdrawing from competition due to internal procedures, can the Merseyside seize the opportunity and use this heavy signing to redefine the Premier League championship pattern?