Real Madrid star “refuses to participate in the game” after clash with teammates
Real Madrid striker Rodrygo was reportedly determined not to play for the club after being dissatisfied with his role.
Dissatisfaction began to surface when Kylian Mbappe arrived last summer to spark Rodrygo's position on the team. At the time, the Brazil international emphasized his commitment to the club, but the pressure continued to last for Rodrygo, arguably part of the most eye-catching striker team in world football.
With Mbappe, Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham both attracted attention, with reports that Rodrygo was frustrated by his status as a supportive actor and the treatment of him in the media and some clubs.
After these reports, when Rodrygo was asked a question in the case of Madrid's 4-3 win over Barcelona 4-3. Although the official line is believed to revolve around fitness issues, Marca State Rodrygo's refusal to play was behind his absence.
Rodrygo is not only considering leaving this summer, but he doesn't want to play again this season after a huge sore relationship with Mbappe, Vinicius and Bellingham due to ongoing pressure and controversy.
Rodrygo is said to be angry at his situation, thinking he is unfairly scrutinized when his role is usually just to supplement his teammates.
Madrid is willing to keep in touch with Rodrygo, but the final decision will be left to the upcoming manager Xabi Alonso.
With everything in the background, current boss Carlo Ancelotti reiterated that Rodrygo's absence was attributed to fitness issues, but admitted that the winger was “not emotionally good.”
“Rodrygo's fever doesn't allow him to perform best,” Ancelotti told the media on Tuesday. “He had a discomfort in training today. I don't know which leg. He's not good; he doesn't recover from the fever.
“After that, there was a lot of speculation about it. Everyone was particularly in love with Rodrygo, especially me. When the players were not good, he was not emotionally performing. He wanted to show his quality to help the team. It was normal.”
