Liverpool are considering Rodrygo as Mohamed Salah’s potential replacement, but it will be difficult to sign the Brazilian.
According to Defensa Central, Rodrygo could emerge as Liverpool’s priority target to replace Mohamed Salah next summer. The Reds are keeping a close eye on the Brazilian’s situation, although the player’s stance, and that of Real Madrid, would make it challenging to sign the attacker.
Rodrygo Goes was in the news in the summer, with constant links to one of the big Premier League sides following Kylian Mbappe’s arrival. Speculation suggested that the Brazilian could lose his spot in Carlo Ancelotti’s side following the Frenchman’s arrival, although that has not been the case.
Rodrygo has maintained his spot on the right side of the attack, while Mbappe has taken up a more central role. Unless Real Madrid sign a new striker next summer, the Brazilian’s place in the team is secure for the long term, as he is happy at the Santiago Bernabeu.
The 23-year-old Real Madrid star is aware of the massive interest in his signature, including that of Liverpool, who are willing to pay big to sign the winger. The Merseysiders view Rodrygo as the ideal replacement for Mohamed Salah should the Egyptian depart next summer.
Salah continues to be linked with some of the big Saudi Pro League, with Al-Ahli being the latest to show an interest in him, as well as teammate Virgil van Dijk. Liverpool are somewhat relaxed about his future. But there is a big chance the Egyptian might end up changing shirts next summer, with a huge pay day that awaits him in the Middle East.
Rodrygo is unlikely to leave Real Madrid
A move to replace Salah at Liverpool would make sense for all parties. But so far, there has been no indication that Rodrygo wants to leave Real Madrid. The 23-year-old is perfectly happy at the club, and Florentino Perez is unlikely to entertain any offers for one of his star performers.
Hence, Liverpool will face the difficulty of convincing Rodrygo to jump ship next season and swap Madrid for Merseyside. The 23-year-old Real Madrid star has no reason to leave the club and will remain there for the foreseeable future, with the Reds likely to look at alternatives.
