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Arsenal Faces Hurdles in Pursuit of Rodrygo

5/17/2025

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Arsenal is eyeing Real Madrid's forward Rodrygo to bolster their attack, but the young star sees Madrid as his home and finds Arsenal less appealing. With a hefty price tag of €100 million, financial hurdles loom large, prompting Arsenal to consider alternative attacking options as they gear up for the new season.

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Arsenal is eyeing Real Madrid's forward Rodrygo to bolster their attack, but the young star sees Madrid as his home and finds Arsenal less appealing. With a hefty price tag of €100 million, financial hurdles loom large, prompting Arsenal to consider alternative attacking options as they gear up for the new season.