Real Madrid youngster Jose Rodriguez on Arsenal radar? – La Liga News
Staying true to their buy-young philosophy, Arsenal are targeting the Real Madrid starlet Jose Rodriguez for the January transfer window. The speculations mounted but eventually subsided in the later part of August. However, latest reports have suggested
that a deal may be reached soon.
It has also been reported that the 16-year old has agreed to Arsenal’s terms and may well be on his way to Emirates Stadium.
This development was recently reported after the youngster spent two days in London. During this time he was reported to have visited the club and reviewed the offer made to him by the English side. If speculations are to be believed, the young Spaniard
has agreed to terms with the Gunners.
Rodriguez has been gathering fair amount of attention, following his performances for the Spanish Under-17 side. La Fabrica graduate has appeared 3 times and scored on his debut against http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Moldova-c2957.
It is also reported that Rodriguez has been offered a five-year deal, along with a promise of a position in the starting team within the next two years by Real Madrid. This development came after he was spotted by the chief Spanish scout, Francis Cagigao.
After spending five years at his local club, Villajoyosa, the player joined Hercules in 2007.
Having spent two seasons with Hercules, the talented midfielder joined Real Madrid’s under-16 team. He was able to put up great performances for Los Blancos, helping them in the Under-17 World Club Championship.
It was during this Championship that the Spaniard was able to bring his talent into light. He was voted the player of the tournament – even though his team lost out to arch rivals, http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Barcelona-c38604, in the semi final stage of the competition.
Now that the player seems to be on his way to Arsenal, his future seems bright. The Gunners, who are a team that usually depend on youngsters, will surely provide the midfielder with a chance to grow.
Rumours suggest that the former Arsenal captain, Cesc Fabregas, was also involved in convincing the player to agree terms with the North London club.
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