Talks for Real star ongoing: Bayern were working on a blockbuster transfer | OneFootball

FC Bayern apparently made a serious attempt this summer to pull off a spectacular transfer: It was about an attacking star from Real Madrid.

According to information from the Spanish newspaper Marca, the Munich club approached Real Madrid regarding their Brazilian star Rodrygo. The report states that Bayern used a trusted intermediary and an agent to sound out the situation with the Spanish giants.

This was not only about the general availability of the Brazilian international, but also specifically about possible transfer fee expectations. The aim was to find out whether a transfer of the 24-year-old would be realistic.

The answer from Madrid, however, was clear: Real quickly shut down the topic and showed no interest in negotiations. Rodrygo himself was also not seeking a move and signaled that he wants to keep his place under new coach Xabi Alonso. As a result, Bayern’s efforts ended early.

As is well known, Bayern were looking for reinforcements for their attack during the transfer window. Instead of Rodrygo, Luis Diaz from Liverpool FC became the marquee signing. In addition, shortly before the window closed, Nicolas Jackson from Chelsea FC joined Munich on loan.

Will FC Bayern make another attempt for Rodrygo?

The fact that Rodrygo came into focus at all was no coincidence. The skillful attacker already had a tough time at Real in the summer. Under Alonso, he started only two of the first eight competitive matches, and twice he was left out entirely. After 185 minutes of play, he has only one assist to his name so far.

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For Rodrygo, the lack of playing time could become a long-term problem, as the World Cup will take place in the USA, Mexico, and Canada in 2026. To secure a regular spot in the Brazilian squad, he needs regular appearances. In the last international breaks, he was surprisingly not called up by national coach Carlo Ancelotti—a warning sign for the ambitious attacker.

Whether FC Bayern will make another move in the winter remains open. What is clear, however, is that the Munich club is keeping a close eye on the market, especially if opportunities arise on the attacking flanks. Rodrygo is under contract with Real until 2028, but is considered a player with enormous potential. If his situation in Madrid does not improve, interested parties such as Bayern or Premier League clubs could become active again.

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