According to ESPN, Rodrygo could earn his first minutes of the season against Oviedo and, interestingly, they could come as a left winger. Rodrygo’s desire to play as a left-sided forward is no secret but it is claimed that he has specifically spoken with Alonso to request a move away from the right wing this season.

As Real Madrid prepare for their second La Liga game of the new season, more rumors regarding Rodrygo have grown after the first matchday resulted in no minutes for the Brazilian winger. Xabi Alonso decided to start Brahim Diaz in the right wing position against Osasuna this week and brought on Franco Mastantuono to replace Diaz in the second half.

Our opinion on the latest Arsenal transfer news, including updates on Rodrygo and the Real Madrid star's potential move to the Premier League