Real Madrid have always believed in one rule: they never force a player to stay longer than he wants.
They have always let go of their players whenever they have asked to leave, provided a good offer comes for them.
We saw it with Casemiro a few years ago, and Raphael Varane as well.
Now, we may see it with Rodrygo.
Real Madrid and Rodrygo have been rumored to be parting ways, and it could very well happen this season.
At one point, it did not seem like it would, but now, it might, with none other than Manchester City knocking on the door with potential interest after losing so many wingers this summer.
Real Madrid's loss could be Manchester City's gain
According to Fabrizio Romano, there is a serious interest from Manchester City for the player, and they have started initial contacts to get to know the feeling around the player as of now.
Obviously, nothing is concrete - it is not even 100% sure if Rodrygo would leave for Manchester City, but it is a possibility for the two parties to meet after years of rumored interest.
The winger position has been a weakpoint for Manchester City for a while now, and they are finally addressing it by hoping to sign one of the best in the world.
For Real Madrid, it is tough because obviously they would not want to lose a player like Rodrygo on paper, but in reality, it is different.
He is a world class player who just does not play in his own position, making it hard for him to flourish and the team kind of struggles because of it sometimes.
However, a move to Manchester City may be the best bet for all parties involved. Rodrygo would get to be a star in his preferred position, Real Madrid would receive a huge transfer fee, and Manchester City would get the player they have been looking out for all this time.