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Liverpool’s Bundesliga striker raid shouldn’t keep Gooners up at night

Arsenal Football Club is back in the spotlight. Not because of a win on the pitch. Not because of a last-minute goal or a comeback victory. But because of something that could shake the entire summer transfer window. A move that is bold, unexpected, and yet, in many ways, totally Arsenal. The North London giants are planning a jaw-dropping €80 million bid for one of Real Madrid’s most exciting stars—Rodrygo Goes. Yes, you heard that right. Rodrygo. The Brazilian attacker who dazzled fans with magic moments in the Champions League. The man who has scored big goals on big nights. And now, he could be wearing the red and white of Arsenal.

This story is not just about Arsenal making a move. It’s about timing. It’s about ambition. It’s about rivalry. And most of all, it’s about proving a point. Because Arsenal are not the only ones circling around Rodrygo like hungry lions. Liverpool, Manchester United, Manchester City, Chelsea, Bayern Munich, Paris Saint-Germain—they’re all there. All waiting. Watching. Wondering if Real Madrid will finally let Rodrygo go. But it looks like Arsenal want to strike first.

According to reports from caughtOffside,  Arsenal are preparing to send in an official €80 million offer to Real Madrid for Rodrygo. The 24-year-old Brazilian is no longer guaranteed a starting spot under new Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso. In fact, under Carlo Ancelotti last season, Rodrygo already started to feel the heat. Now, it’s getting hotter. The kind of heat that makes players pack their bags. And Arsenal are ready to welcome him with open arms.

Rodrygo’s journey at Real Madrid has been beautiful but bumpy. He arrived as a wonderkid from Santos in Brazil. He had everything—speed, dribbling, flair, vision. And most importantly, that Brazilian magic. He scored huge goals in Champions League nights. He made defenders look like statues. He was a star in the making. But at Real Madrid, being good is never enough. You have to be great every single week. And that’s where things started to go wrong.

Madrid brought in more competition. Vinícius Júnior exploded into form. Jude Bellingham came in. Kylian Mbappé was linked every month. Arda Güler is rising fast. And suddenly, Rodrygo was no longer the prince of Madrid. He became a luxury option. A bench weapon. A player who had to prove himself every single game just to get noticed. And now, it seems like he’s had enough.

Sources close to the player have reportedly told *CaughtOffside* that Rodrygo is no longer sure about his future at Madrid. He hasn’t received any clear assurances from the club. He doesn’t know if he’s in the starting XI next season. And that’s dangerous for a player like him. A player who wants to feel important. A player who wants to be the main man. Arsenal are watching all of this. Mikel Arteta is watching all of this. And they’re ready to move.

€80 million. That’s what Arsenal are willing to pay. Not €100 million, which is Real Madrid’s current valuation. But €80 million, which they believe is fair considering Rodrygo’s current role in the team. It’s not a small bid. It’s a serious one. It’s a statement of intent. And it might just be enough to tempt Madrid to start talking.

But Arsenal are not alone. Liverpool are very much in the conversation. The Merseyside club, under new manager Arne Slot, are preparing for a summer of change. Luis Díaz, their Colombian winger, is being targeted by Barcelona and Bayern Munich. If Díaz leaves, Liverpool will need a replacement. And who better than Rodrygo? A player who can play left wing, right wing, or even through the middle. A player who knows how to win. A player who still has his best years ahead of him.

But Liverpool are also looking at Hugo Ekitike from Eintracht Frankfurt. So their attention is divided. That gives Arsenal an edge. If they act fast, they can steal Rodrygo from under Liverpool’s nose. And that’s exactly what they’re trying to do.

CaughtOffside says no official bid has gone in yet. But it’s coming. Arsenal are ready to test Real Madrid’s resolve. And fans are already dreaming of seeing Rodrygo at the Emirates. Wearing number 11. Dancing past defenders. Linking up with Saka, Odegaard, and Havertz. Scoring goals in the Champions League. But there’s a twist. There always is. Charles Watts, a journalist known for being close to Arsenal, has said that Eberechi Eze might be a more likely signing than Rodrygo. Eze is already playing in the Premier League. He’s cheaper. He’s English. And he’s available. So why would Arsenal choose Rodrygo instead?

Rodrygo is a statement signing. The kind of signing you make when you’re done playing it safe. When you want to show the world that you’re serious. That you’re not just here to participate. You’re here to win.

Arsenal came close last season. They pushed Manchester City all the way. But when it came to the biggest games, they lacked that killer instinct. That big-game player who could turn a match on its head. Rodrygo could be that player. He’s done it for Madrid. He’s done it in Europe. He knows what it takes to win.

But there’s another angle to this story. A more cautious one. Some Arsenal fans are not sure if Rodrygo is worth €80 million. They point to his inconsistency. His lack of starts. His occasional poor performances. They say that money could be used better. Maybe to sign two players instead of one. Maybe to strengthen midfield or defence. After all, Eze would cost less. And he already knows the Premier League.

It’s a valid point. But football is not always about logic. Sometimes, it’s about guts. About taking a risk. About going for glory. If Arsenal believe that Rodrygo can take them to the next level, they must go all in. They must fight off Liverpool. They must negotiate with Real Madrid. And they must convince Rodrygo that North London is the place for him.

From a tactical point of view, Rodrygo fits into Arteta’s system beautifully. He can play on either wing. He can cut inside. He can press. He can create. He can finish. His style matches Arsenal’s philosophy—fast, technical, brave football. And most importantly, he can score big goals. Arsenal lacked that in the Champions League last season. Against PSG, they were good—but not great. They created chances—but didn’t finish. Rodrygo could change that. But it won’t be easy.

Real Madrid don’t want to lose Rodrygo for cheap. They know his talent. They know his potential. They know other clubs want him. So they will play hardball. They will push for €100 million. They will wait for a bidding war.

Arsenal must be clever. They must move quickly. And they must convince Rodrygo personally. If they wait too long, Liverpool might enter the race. Manchester United might make a bid. Chelsea, with their bottomless wallet, might offer more money. Bayern Munich and PSG can also offer trophies and big salaries. The clock is ticking. The next few weeks will be crucial.

Arsenal are trying to reshuffle their attack. They’ve already looked at Nico Williams, Viktor Gyokeres, and Eze. But Rodrygo is different. He’s world-class on his day. He has experience at the highest level. He knows how to win under pressure. If Arsenal can land him for €80 million, it would be a huge success. If not, they may have to walk away. But the fact that they are even considering such a bold move shows how far they’ve come.

This is not the Arsenal of old. This is not the Arsenal that settles for fourth place. This is the Arsenal that wants to win the Premier League. That wants to win the Champions League. That wants to dominate. Rodrygo could be the key to unlocking that dream. So now, the ball is in Madrid’s court. Will they accept the offer? Will they negotiate? Or will they wait for more bidders?

And what about Rodrygo? Will he choose Arsenal over Liverpool? Will he leave the comfort of Madrid to become a legend in London? Only time will tell. But one thing is certain: this transfer story is just getting started. And it’s already one of the biggest of the summer.

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