European giant's key asset could still be heading to North London this summer

Arsenal have not ruled out a move for Real Madrid forward Rodrygo, but any deal would depend on several key factors falling into place before the transfer window closes.

The 24-year-old Brazilian is open to leaving Madrid this summer, and both the club’s board and manager Xabi Alonso are reportedly willing to let him go if the right offer arrives.

Arsenal have already held informal talks with Rodrygo’s representatives and remain admirers of his versatility and technical ability.

He can operate on either wing or through the middle, making him a stylistic fit for Mikel Arteta’s system.

However, any progress on Arsenal’s part is likely to hinge on departures.

The Gunners are currently well-stocked in wide areas with Gabriel Martinelli, Leandro Trossard and new signing Noni Madueke already in the squad.

A move for Rodrygo would likely require at least one of those players to be sold.

Trossard has yet to sign a proposed contract renewal and is reportedly keeping his options open, while Arsenal could listen to offers for Martinelli if the right bid comes in.

Real Madrid are unlikely to let Rodrygo go on the cheap.

Despite not being a guaranteed starter next season, the Spanish giants still value him highly and would expect a sizeable fee in line with his market profile.

The signings of Victor Gyokeres, Martin Zubimendi and Madueke have left the club needing to offload players to stay within financial regulations.

The signings of Victor Gyokeres, Martin Zubimendi and Madueke have left the club needing to offload players to stay within financial regulations.

Arteta remains open to further additions but has admitted that the club must be “smart” in how it approaches the final stretch of the window.

Rodrygo is not the only wide forward Arsenal are monitoring.

Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze is another name under consideration, and his £68 million release clause makes him a straightforward, if expensive, option.

While Eze and Rodrygo both offer creative flair and attacking threat, Arsenal are not expected to sign both.

Ultimately, Rodrygo remains an intriguing possibility rather than a current priority.

If the opportunity arises and the financials align, Arsenal could yet make a move.

But for now, any deal remains contingent on outgoings and Real Madrid’s asking price.

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