Arsenal handed Rodrygo transfer stance and price tag after 'contact' as Berta accelerates deals

Arsenal have learned how much it will cost to sign Real Madridstar Rodrygo this summer.

The Brazilian’s future at the Spanish club is uncertain, having been left on the bench for two of the five FIFA Club World Cup games so far.

He played just four minutes against Borussia Dortmund as Real progressed to the semi-finals following a 3-2 win over the Bundesliga giants.

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However, any hint of discontent that might have given Arsenal a glimmer of hope for accelerating a deal was overshadowed by Rodrygo’s social media post.

"We're in the World Cup semifinals. Two more to go to our goal [praying hands emoji] HALA MADRID [white heart emoji]," the caption of hisInstagram post read.

Rodrygo could be sold by the Spanish giants this summer, as he has emerged as a potential addition to strengthen Arsenal’s attack.

However, with three years remaining on his contract, securing his services won’t come cheap.

The Mirror claim the Gunners will have to 'pay well in excess' of £70million to land the Brazil international. They are also reportedly likely to face competition from Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain.

So far, Rodrygo has been subject of an approach from Al Nassr, according to Portuguese newspaper Record.

It's said the Saudi Pro League club has enquired about the 'availability' of the player to move to the Middle East.

However, Rodrygo is reportedly not planning to leave Europe for now, and while his priority remains to stay at Real Madrid, that could change soon due to a lack of regular playing time.

"If Rodrigo will stay? I spoke to him and he told me he's focussed on the club," Los Merengues' boss Xabi Alonso said.

"He wants to continue winning here and is willing to do what we need."

The report adds that Al Nassr will continue to follow him 'closely' and reportedly be willing to offer a 'multi-million dollar salary,' should he change his stance.