Rodrygo’s absence from the pitch in Madrid’s league opener further added to the list of uncertainties about the Brazilian’s future at the Spanish giants. After being a regular starter under Carlo Ancelotti last season, things changed for the 24-year-old during the Club World Cup after Xabi Alonso took charge as head coach.

Real Madrid will kick off their 2025-26 La Liga campaign when they host Osasuna on Tuesday. The hosts finished last season in second place in the league table, just four points be