Reported Liverpool target Rodrygo was an unused substitute for Real Madrid in their narrow La Liga opening victory over Osasuna on Tuesday night - and his reaction from the sidelines spoke volumes The Brazilian has been the subject of transfer speculation this summer, having fallen down the pecking order at the Bernabeu.

Liverpool center back Ibrahima Konaté has yet to agree to a contract extension this summer, sparking speculation over his future. Furthermore, PSG and Real Madrid are both pursuing the

Rodrygo has been linked with a move to the Premier League this summer, with Arsenal and Liverpool said to be monitoring his situation at Real Madrid.

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For now, Rodrygo remains a Real Madrid player, but the circumstances are shifting quickly. A player who once seemed central to Madrid’s future could soon become one of the most sought-after forwards in Europe. Liverpool’s readiness to act may define whether the Brazilian’s next chapter unfolds at Anfield.

Liverpool could be impacted if Manchester City sign Real Madrid's Rodrygo, but the dressing room is content with the performance of one player in particular

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Liverpool's rivals have reportedly withdrawn from pursuing transfer target Rodrygo, handing the Reds a chance to sign Real Madrid's Brazilian star at the second time of asking