Rodrygo is 'heading to the Premier League' after being left on the bench for Real Madrid's La Liga opener, with two giants battling for his signature.

Many Premier League clubs are in a race against time to wrap up their final additions ahead of transfer deadline day on 1 September

Real Madrid are reportedly warming to the idea of loaning Rodrygo to Tottenham, as Xabi Alonso does not have the player in his plans.

Liverpool's rivals have reportedly withdrawn from pursuing transfer target Rodrygo, handing the Reds a chance to sign Real Madrid's Brazilian star at the second time of asking

According to Diario AS, Real Madrid’s interest may hinge on Liverpool lowering their asking price. The Spanish club reportedly values Konaté at €20 million to €25 million, while Liverpool are holding out for closer to €50 million. Konaté is reportedly open to a move, but Real Madrid may wait until 2026, when he could leave on a free transfer.

Arsenal transfer target Rodrygo spoke out about his decision to reject a move to Premier League champions Liverpool as a teenager before signing for Real Madrid

Liverpool risk losing summer transfer target Rodrygo to rivals Manchester City if a certain sale goes through, and Federico Chiesa could have a major role to play in the saga

For now, Rodrygo remains a Real Madrid player, but the circumstances are shifting quickly. A player who once seemed central to Madrid’s future could soon become one of the most sought-after forwards in Europe. Liverpool’s readiness to act may define whether the Brazilian’s next chapter unfolds at Anfield.