Real Madrid head coach Xabi Alonso insists no decision has been made regarding Rodrygo ’s future, despite persistent transfer links to Arsenal. The Brazilian’s time in the Spanish capital has been called into question at various points this summer due to his lack of involvement at the Club World Cup.

Amid ongoing reported Arsenal transfer interest, Rodrygo was not left out of Real Madrid's starting XI for the fifth consecutive game because of any decision made over his future, insists manager Xabi Alonso.

With the team’s imminent return to pre-season training, activity has ramped up — and the wait to discover the identity of Arsenal’s new striker appears to be over. The club are in advanced talks over the signing of Viktor Gyokeres from Sporting CP. All parties are optimistic that the negotiations will result in a full agreement.