Real Madrid: 3 players on the verge of breaking out

FW Rodrygo Goes

Capable of playing on either the left or right side, Rodrygo Goes is perhaps Real Madrid’s most talented prospect. Like Vinicius Junior, fans whisper about Rodrygo being a future Ballon d’Or winner, but they are cautious so as to not put too much of a weight of expectations onto the level-headed and respectful forward.

With a Champions League perfect hat-trick under his belt and a slew of other goals, including the second-fastest debut goal in Real Madrid history, Rodrygo already has experience succeeding on the first team. Rodrygo has mostly played on the right side of the attack despite being right-footed, due to a dearth of better options.

If Rodrygo gets a chance to play more on the left side next season, then all bets are off. Per WhoScored.com, he won a whopping six dribbles on the left side against Deportivo Alaves, which is an Eden Hazard-like figure. His confidence was a sight to behold at his preferred position.

Rodrygo is the total package. He makes intelligent runs, he works hard, his passing is crisp, and he can finish a chance. And again, his dribbling skills are sure to delight when he’s in his element on that left side.

Look for Rodrygo to have a major second-year revelation at Real Madrid.