Arsenal’s hopes of signing Rodrygo Goes face fresh competition from Tottenham Hotspur, who ready to offer £70 million for the Brazilian, according to Fichajes.
The north London side sees him as a key piece in attack to form a partnership with James Maddison and Xavi Simons.
The 24-year-old winger has recently become frustrated with limited playing time at Real Madrid.
Under manager Xabi Alonso, Rodrygo has seen his minutes reduced, while teammates Arda Guler and Franco Mastantuono have been preferred in several matches.
Reports suggest Madrid may be open to selling the Brazilian if the right offer comes in.
Tottenham’s willingness to spend up to £70 million could force the Spanish club to consider letting him go.
Arsenal were strongly linked with Rodrygo last summer while reports continue to link him to the Emirates Stadium ahead of 2026. However, it appears the Gunners face a fierce battle with their North London rivals.
Arsenal and Spurs’ contrasting needs
Arsenal see Rodrygo as a player who could help them secure major trophies.
His experience and attacking quality would provide Mikel Arteta with an extra edge in challenging for silverware this season.
Tottenham, on the other hand, have struggled to create chances and score goals consistently.
Adding a player of Rodrygo’s quality could solve their attacking problems and provide a boost in the Premier League and other competitions.
While Arsenal’s interest remains, it is unclear how far the club are willing to go in matching a substantial offer from Spurs.
Rodrygo’s situation at Madrid continues to be delicate. Reduced minutes and strong performances from other players have created a sense of restlessness for the winger.
This has reignited speculation over a potential move away from Spain.
For Arsenal, landing a player of Rodrygo’s calibre would fit their strategy of signing established stars capable of making an immediate impact.
However, Tottenham’s strong financial backing and the lure of a key role in their squad may give them the edge in this transfer scenario.
The coming weeks are likely to reveal which club can convince Rodrygo to make the next step in his career.
Both sides are monitoring the situation carefully, aware that Madrid could be swayed by the right financial offer.