{"id":625342,"date":"2025-08-28T22:06:44","date_gmt":"2025-08-28T21:06:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/?p=625342"},"modified":"2025-08-28T22:06:51","modified_gmt":"2025-08-28T21:06:51","slug":"rodrygo-hints-at-real-madrid-future-with-social-media-post","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/rodrygo-hints-at-real-madrid-future-with-social-media-post\/","title":{"rendered":"Rodrygo Hints at Real Madrid Future With Social Media Post"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Rodrygo appears to have ended speculations about his future at Real Madrid following a summer filled with transfer rumors. The Brazilian forward had been linked with possible moves to Manchester City, Arsenal, and Liverpool. However, now he has made a social media post that may have answered all questions.<\/p><p>The 24-year-old shared &ldquo;A por la 16!&rdquo; (&ldquo;Let&rsquo;s go for the 16th!&rdquo;) on X after the Champions League draw ended on August 28. Real Madrid confirmed their Champions League opponents, for the league phase where they will face Liverpool and Man City. Now, with the post, he may have signalled his intent to fight for another European crown.&nbsp;<\/p><figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"500\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">&#128680; BREAKING: Rodrygo's post after the Champions League draw is a way to say he is staying at Real Madrid.<br><br>&mdash; <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/FabrizioRomano?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>@FabrizioRomano<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/5TVCc6yjcj\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>pic.twitter.com\/5TVCc6yjcj<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Madrid Universal (@MadridUniversal) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/MadridUniversal\/status\/1961138863079829560?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>August 28, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure><p>This comes after weeks of uncertainty. Especially after the fact that the winger had started only two games in the pre-season and season openers under Xabi Alonso since the coach&rsquo;s arrival in June. This included a tense moment when Rodrygo reacted angrily after being substituted against Real Oviedo.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Rodrygo to Manchester City Move Collapses<\/h2><p>According to Defensa Central, Rodrygo had been a priority for Pep Guardiola. However, a possible move never materialized. City reportedly needed to resolve Savinho&rsquo;s departure before making an offer. Then salary and financial fair play concerns further complicated the deal. Guardiola has long admired the Brazilian.<\/p><p><strong>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/real-madrid-opponents-for-ucl-group-phase\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>Real Madrid Champions League Opponents for 2025\/26: Who are they playing, Where and When?<\/a><\/strong><\/p><p>But reportedly, Xabi Alonso played a key role in convincing Rodrygo to stay. The Spanish coach assured him of opportunities in attack despite stiff competition from Vinicius Junior and Kylian Mbappe. The forward renewed his contract in late 2023 until 2028, and is determined to prove himself under Alonso&rsquo;s system.<\/p><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Champions League Draw Adds to Excitement<\/h2><p>Meanwhile, Real Madrid&rsquo;s Champions League journey will see them face several heavyweights in the newly introduced 36-team league phase. Along with matches against Liverpool and Man City, they will also be faced with Juventus at home, Benfica on the road.&nbsp;<\/p><p><strong>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/theplayoffs.news\/en\/liverpool-draw-overview-for-champions-league-2025-26\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"trk-cta-link\" data-cta-trk='{\"ctaType\":\"Link\",\"ctaSubType\":\"main\"}'>Liverpool Champions League Opponents for 2025\/26: Who are they playing, Where and When?<\/a><\/strong><\/p><p>Premier League sides Arsenal, Chelsea, Tottenham, and Newcastle United also await major challenges. Spurs are set to face PSG, Newcastle United, and Barcelona. The first round of fixtures begins on September 16, 2025, with the league phase concluding on January 28, 2026. The final will be played in Budapest.&nbsp;<\/p><p>Blockbuster Champions League clashes are already awaited. Especially when Real Madrid meet Guardiola&rsquo;s City after the recent transfer saga involving Rodrygo. With his future now seemingly settled, Rodrygo remains focused on helping Real Madrid secure a record-extending 16th&nbsp; League title alongside their push for domestic success in La Liga.<\/p>\n<div class=\"mm-layout mm-layout-type-post mm-layout-slot4\">\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Rodrygo appears to have ended speculations about his future at Real Madrid following a summer filled with transfer rumors. The Brazilian forward had been linked with possible moves to Manchester City, Arsenal, and Liverpool. However, now he has made a social media post that may have answered all questions. 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