TA: Real Madrid still considers introducing midfield but there is no suitable candidate. Rodrigo joins the Premier League without any progress

Last week, Real Madrid's new player Mastantono made a debut, and the La Liga giants completed the contract renewal with midfielder Pitac. Theathletic revealed what Real Madrid is doing this week.

Although Mastantono has participated in only four formal training sessions, he is expected to play a major role in the team. The Argentinian said the pace of La Liga was obviously faster than the Argentine league, but he showed positive signs early in the team. According to sources close to Rodrigo, Mastantono may replace the Brazilian on the right wing. Meanwhile, since Bellingham will be out of the game until October due to shoulder surgery, the Argentine young player may also be placed in the midfield position.

Alonso said of Mastantono at a pre-match press conference on Monday: "He may get some playing time against Osasuna, and he brings strength, energy and dedication to the defensive end. In a short time, I saw that he had that Argentine spirit, he was fierce, had excellent left foot skills, and was excellent in both set pieces and last pass. He was a young but high-level talent."

Currently, Real Madrid is more concerned about potential players leaving the team. Real Madrid's official position is that the team no longer considers signings, and they are also considering selling players in private. According to sources close to Real Madrid's senior executives, plans to sign another midfielder are still under consideration, but no suitable candidate has been found.

At present, the hottest topic of Real Madrid leaving the team is Rodrigo. With two weeks left before the transfer window is closed, it is still uncertain whether the 24-year-old will travel to the Premier League, and despite rumors for months, there is no substantial progress. Rodrigo wants to stay at Real Madrid, but things may change if there is an attractive offer that guarantees his main position. "There are a lot of rumors in the summer. I see Rodrigo in good shape and I rely on everyone. I hope everyone who can rely on can be 100% invested, that's what I care about."

In the last seven games (including the Club World Cup and friendly matches), Rodrigo has been on the bench and may change his mind if this continues.