Real Madrid is never an easy place, known for its high expectations and strong egos, is a challenging environment even for successful players like Rodrygo, who is seeking a more defined role.
Rodrygo has been with Real Madrid for over five seasons, during which he has played 221 games, scored 55 goals, and provided 42 assists. This season, his statistics reflect a similar pattern with 1 goal and 1 assist in 4 La Liga games.
Despite his contributions, the 23-year-old is eager to solidify his position at the club and voiced his frustration about his role to ESPN while with the Brazilian national team.
Rodrygo and his indignation at Real Madrid
āEveryone knows my indignation. Everyone, both in the national team and at Real Madrid. People were sending messages,ā Rodrygo told ESPN.
He further criticized his usage within the team, saying, āIs someone missing on the right? Rodrygo. Is someone missing as the number 9? Rodrygo.ā
Rodrygo with Brazil
Rodrygo also expressed his disappointment over not being nominated for the Ballon dāOr. āNow thereās not much to sayā¦ I was upset, I think I deserved itā¦ I donāt want to belittle the players who are there, but I believe I had a place in the 30. It was a surpriseā¦ But thereās not much I can do; Iām not the one who decides these things,ā he lamented.
see also
Real Madrid Ballon d'Or nominee considering Messi's MLS or Ronaldo's Saudi Pro League
