Rodrygo currently faces an uncertain future at the Santiago Bernabeu as he awaits assurances from Xabi Alonso about his game time. Upon the former Liverpool midfielder's unveiling

The Denmark international’s signing, along with that of Martin Zubimendi, signals a potential change in approach from Arsenal. Both Norgaard and Zubimendi excel in progressing play through passes, which should, in theory, enable Arsenal to maximise the ball-carrying abilities from deeper positions of Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard.

Rodrygo’s reported frustrations with Real Madrid hinge on a tactical demand which could define his next destination.