Xabi Alonso opted to shuffle his Real Madrid team for their 3-0 La Liga win away at Real Oviedo with major changes.The former Spain international opted to bring club captain Dani Carvajal and veteran

According to ESPN, Rodrygo could earn his first minutes of the season against Oviedo and, interestingly, they could come as a left winger. Rodrygo’s desire to play as a left-sided forward is no secret but it is claimed that he has specifically spoken with Alonso to request a move away from the right wing this season.

Before the away game against Oviedo, Real coach Xabi Alonso was asked about the transfer rumors. "We always have to be prepared for possible changes in our context and see what happens," explained the former Leverkusen coach evasively. This is unlikely to have put an end to the speculation.