Xabi Alonso revealed it was his “decision” to bench Rodrygo in Real Madrid’s return to the Santiago Bernabéu, further fueling transfer speculation.

Rodrygo Goes has been the subject of various rumors and links this summer as his future at Real Madrid has been unclear since the end of last season. The man linked with Manchester City recently, was benched for the 7th straight game for Madrid and this time Xabi Alonso didn't even look his way as he got zero minutes on the night.

TBR Football revealed that Real Madrid have told Rodrygo that they are ready to sell him, and the player has accepted his club’s decision. Manchester City now want to sign Rodrygo, and his past comments about the club are now interesting. Rodrygo Goes knows Manchester City very well despite playing in Spain.

Rodrygo has appeared to pledge his commitment to Real Madrid in the face of interest from Manchester City, with a report revealing Pep Guardiola’s personal plea to the Brazil international.

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After making fresh contact with Rodrygo's camp, Arsenal have decided that they would ideally like to pursue a loan deal with Real Madrid.

This article was originally published on www.si.com as Transfer Rumors: Liverpool Set Isak Deadline; Rodrygo Handed Premier League Ultimatum. Sports Illustrated rounds up the latest transfer rumors and gossip from around the world.

Rodrygo, 23, fits the profile of a modern forward; fast, agile, technically gifted and already seasoned at the highest level with Real Madrid and Brazil. If Spurs are to convince him to leave the Bernabéu, it will require both financial commitment and a clear vision for his role.

Manchester City remain active in the transfer market as we head into the final 12 days of the transfer window. The Blues have strengthened significantly this summer, striking early deals for Rayan Cherki, Rayan Ait-Nouri and Tijjani Reijnders before adding James Trafford later in the window.