Paul Robinson: Arsenal can try to sign Rodrigo, his combination with Saka will be very sharp

May 13th According to British media METRO, former England goalkeeper Paul Robinson talked about Arsenal in an interview and suggested that they sign Rodrigo.

Robinson said that it would be a "real statement" if Arsenal can sign Rodrigo and a world-class center this summer. Although a series of key player injuries have affected Arsenal’s performance this season, many fans and commentators believe the club’s failure to win the trophy is due to the lack of a reliable No. 9 player.

Arsenal's new sporting director Andrea Berta is determined to solve the problem and has worked with Arteta to develop a list of potential signings, including Portugal Sports' Yorkress, Leipzig's Sesco and Ipswich's Drapp. Arsenal also hopes to solve the weaknesses in the team's other positions, and Real Sociedad midfielder Zubimendi is expected to join.

In addition, strengthening the central defender, left back and left winger is also a priority for Arsenal. Recently, Spanish media reported that Arsenal had made an offer for Real Madrid attacker Rodrigo, and his future is said to have not been determined yet.

Speaking of Rodrigo, Robinson said: "He is a wide player and they need a No. 9 player, but if he is signed with a No. 9 player, it will be a real statement. The cost of signing Rodrigo and whether he is willing to join Arsenal are two different things, and Arsenal has a very urgent need for No. 9 players. Saka will play on the right side, and Rodrigo can play on the left side, and if you have these two as a wing combination, it will be a very strong combination and they can support a world-class No. 9 player."

According to Robinson, Arteta cannot rely entirely on Martinelli or Trosad, so finding an "upgraded" player at the left winger is indeed an "option".

Speaking of this, Robinson said: "Nei Martinelli and Trosad have not reached a stable performance level like Saka, so upgrading on the left is an option for Arsenal. Sterling's loan will not be turned into a permanent transfer, and he will look for a new place to start next season."

It is understood that Real Madrid is open to the sale of Rodrigo this summer, but this may require a offer of more than £85 million to reach an agreement. Spanish media reported last month that Rodrigo was experiencing his "hardest time" at the Bernabeu and said he was thinking about his future at home.

It is reported that the Brazil international feels underrated and has been thinking that his days in the La Liga giants may be about to end. Last year, Rodrigo revealed that he had turned down a chance to join Arsenal rival Liverpool, when he was a young genius for Santos.