Real Madrid’s forward, Rodrygo Goes, has attracted attention throughout this season, and it’s anticipated that the spotlight on him will intensify in the upcoming season as competition for places in the team is expected to increase.
Despite expressing his contentment with playing on the right flank, statistics reveal that he is significantly more effective when deployed on the left side of the pitch.
According to data highlighted by Marca, Rodrygo has netted 8 goals in the 11 matches he has featured on the left wing this season,
primarily filling in during Vinicius Junior’s absences due to injuries and suspensions. Conversely, in his 31 appearances on the right side, Rodrygo has managed to score only 7 goals.
However, Vinicius Junior remains Real Madrid’s most prolific forward, maintaining a higher level of productivity compared to Rodrygo.
With 26 goal contributions in 28 outings this season, Vinicius surpasses Rodrygo, who has accumulated 23 goal contributions in 42 appearances.
Despite attracting significant interest from the Premier League, Rodrygo is adamant about his desire to continue his tenure at Real Madrid beyond the summer transfer window, even amidst the potential arrival of Kylian Mbappe.
While his representatives have attributed any decline in his performance to being played out of position, the current reality for the 23-year-old is either adapting to playing in unfamiliar roles or accepting a place on the substitutes’ bench.
