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Real Madrid forward Rodrygo has been linked with a move to Liverpool in the summer transfer window (Image: Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/Getty Images)

Xabi Alonso has explained his decision to leave Rodrygo out of Real Madrid's 1-0 win over Osasuna amid links over a move to Liverpool.

The Brazilian forward faces speculation over a move away from the Spanish capital after finding game time restricted since the Reds icon succeeded Carlo Ancelotti.

A possible move to Anfield has been mooted as a host of Premier League have been linked with the 24-year-old.



Rodyrgo faces a decision over his future in Madrid as he hopes to be included in their World Cup squad for the forthcoming tournament.

Liverpool have been one of the busiest sides in the transfer window this summer with incomings and notable exits.

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Following a flurry of sales in their attacking department, there is an element of Arne Slot heading into their Premier League title defence light after Darwin Nunez and Luis Diaz left the club.

Rodrygo has been linked with a move to Anfield after struggling to earn a place in Xabi Alonso's side.

That's what worries me and what's occupying me right now."

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