Rodrygo has picked Arsenal’s rival as his preferred EPL destination

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·14 août 2025

Rodrygo has picked Arsenal’s rival as his preferred EPL destination

Arsenal are reportedly interested in adding Rodrygo to their squad during the current transfer window, with the Brazilian potentially available to leave Real Madrid. The Spanish club possess a wealth of world-class talent, and Rodrygo’s performances in recent months have not consistently met expectations.

The attacker is keen to fight for his place under Xabi Alonso but is understood to be open to a move should the right offer materialise. If he does depart Madrid, a switch to the Premier League appears the most likely outcome, with Arsenal among the clubs closely monitoring his situation. The Gunners are believed to be weighing up whether to pursue Rodrygo or focus instead on securing Eberechi Eze before the window closes.

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Transfer Choices for Arsenal

Eze is currently attracting strong interest from Tottenham, which raises the possibility that Arsenal could miss out on the Crystal Palace forward. In such a scenario, a decisive move for Rodrygo may present the more viable option. His versatility, creativity, and attacking threat could provide the team with additional firepower as they look to strengthen ahead of the new season.

However, according to ESPN, Rodrygo has identified another Premier League club as his preferred destination should he move to England. The report claims he would choose to join Liverpool rather than making the switch to the Emirates. This revelation complicates Arsenal’s pursuit, as it suggests they may face an uphill battle to persuade the Brazilian to join their project.

Rodrygo (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)

Maintaining Focus Amid Transfer Speculation

Rodrygo’s ability and track record at the highest level make him an attractive target for any top side. While speculation about his future continues, Arsenal must decide whether to commit resources to pursuing a player who may already have his heart set on another club. At the same time, they must balance this with the potential opportunity to move for Eze, ensuring their summer business delivers the reinforcement needed to compete on all fronts.

Despite the rumours, the priority for the Gunners will be to focus on their targets and make strategic decisions that align with both their immediate ambitions and long-term squad planning.

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