Tottenham have their eyes on Rodrygo. According to the Spanish outlet As, the English club is seriously interested in signing the Brazilian forward from Real Madrid as a key piece in their squad rebuild for next season. The goal is clear: make the 24-year-old the centerpiece of the club’s new sporting project under head coach Thomas Frank, formerly of Brentford.
Despite a disappointing Premier League campaign, Spurs ended the season on a high note with a major trophy: winning the Europa League for the first time in 41 years. That gave the squad a confidence boost, secured a spot in the next Champions League, and opened the door for the club to strengthen even further.
With more than €140 million already spent in the current transfer window, the club is now looking to take a bigger step. According to As, Tottenham see Rodrygo as the ideal player to lead this new chapter. To make it happen, they’re reportedly willing to submit an offer close to €90 million — the minimum amount Real Madrid would consider to even start talking.
Rodrygo's inconsistent form
This potential transfer comes at a tricky point in the Brazilian’s career. While his list of achievements with Real Madrid is impressive — including two Champions League titles, three LaLiga trophies, and two Club World Cups — Rodrygo hasn’t been able to maintain consistent performances over the past few seasons. His form has fallen short of expectations.
That inconsistency raises questions about whether the deal makes sense financially. Tottenham are looking for a player who can take on a leading role, but Rodrygo still has to prove he can handle that level of responsibility in a completely new environment, with a different language and soccer culture.
Thomas Frank’s arrival as head coach marks the beginning of a new approach. Known for his solid work at Brentford, he now faces the challenge of repositioning Tottenham as a competitive force in both English and European soccer. The project is still under construction, which is why targeting players like Rodrygo is part of the strategy to speed up the rebuild.
Frank now has backing from the front office to put together a stronger squad. On paper, the structure looks promising. In reality, the challenges are significant. Having a player of Rodrygo’s caliber could help ease the transition into this new phase.
Real Madrid’s stance on the deal
At the moment, Real Madrid aren’t desperate to sell. But they’re not completely shutting the door either. The club understands there’s a surplus of attacking options and is evaluating the bigger picture. Still, they’ve made it clear: they’ll only entertain offers starting at €90 million. Rodrygo is under contract, has a market, and hasn’t pushed to leave. He’s set to report back to the squad next week after his post-Club World Cup break.
The real question is whether Tottenham is the right move for Rodrygo at this stage. The English club is still searching for consistency, identity, and results. For the player, making the switch only makes sense if there’s a clear path to regular playing time, a competitive environment, and a stable project. What’s known so far is that Tottenham want Rodrygo to be the face of their new era. What’s unclear is whether that vision can hold up on the field.