The summer transfer window is already heating up, and Arsenal might have stumbled upon an unexpected opportunity.

With Kylian Mbappé’s rumoured move to Real Madrid gaining momentum, Los Blancos could be set to offload some attacking talent to make room for the French superstar.

Enter Rodrygo, the young Brazilian winger who has impressed since joining Real Madrid in 2019. According to Defensa Central, via Sport in Spain, Real Madrid has slapped a hefty €100-120 million price tag on Rodrygo, making him a potential target for several European clubs, including Arsenal.

Real Madrid's Brazilian forward #11 Rodrygo looks upwards during the Spanish league football match between CA Osasuna and Real Madrid CF at El Sadar stadium in Pamplona on March 16, 2024. (Photo by ANDER GILLENEA/AFP via Getty Images)
Real Madrid’s Brazilian forward #11 Rodrygo looks upwards during the Spanish league football match between CA Osasuna and Real Madrid CF at El Sadar stadium in Pamplona on March 16, 2024. (Photo by ANDER GILLENEA/AFP via Getty Images)

With Kylian Mbappé‘s rumoured move to Real Madrid heating up after the Frenchman laughed at the idea of moving to London, Arsenal may have just been handed a transfer opportunity, but at a hefty price. According to Defensa Central, Real Madrid has slapped a €100-120 million price tag on their young Brazilian winger, Rodrygo.

The 23-year-old has emerged as a potential casualty of the anticipated Mbappé signing. While nothing is confirmed yet, Defensa Central suggests Rodrygo could be on the chopping block to make way for the French superstar.

LEIPZIG, GERMANY - FEBRUARY 13: Rodrygo of Real Madrid in action during the UEFA Champions League 2023/24 round of 16 first leg match between RB Leipzig and Real Madrid CF at Red Bull Arena on February 13, 2024 in Leipzig, Germany. (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)
LEIPZIG, GERMANY – FEBRUARY 13: Rodrygo of Real Madrid in action during the UEFA Champions League 2023/24 round of 16 first leg match between RB Leipzig and Real Madrid CF at Red Bull Arena on February 13, 2024 in Leipzig, Germany. (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)

This news has piqued the interest of several European giants. Manchester United, Liverpool, Manchester City, and Arsenal are all keeping a close eye on the situation. For the Gunners, the price tag could be a deciding factor. If it falls within their budget, Arsenal might make a move for Rodrygo this summer, strengthening their attacking options significantly.

Whether Arsenal are willing to meet Real Madrid‘s asking price for the young Brazilian remains to be seen, but one thing’s for sure: the summer transfer window promises to be an exciting one for the North London club.