Rodrygo forced to delete WhatsApp post after stirring controversy

Real Madrid’s Brazilian star Rodrygo found himself at the center of controversy after sharing—and quickly deleting—a WhatsApp message that hinted at a brewing tension within Los Blancos’ superstar attack.

Following a frustrating 1-1 draw against Mallorca, where Real Madrid’s offensive firepower failed to deliver a win, Rodrygo posted a message that subtly called out the media’s focus on his high-profile teammates, Kylian Mbappe, Jude Bellingham, and Vinicius Junior.

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In the now-deleted message, Rodrygo expressed his dissatisfaction with being left out of the spotlight, insisting that the team’s success should also bear his mark.

He cheekily suggested that the famed attacking trio should be renamed to include him, adding an ‘R’ to the mix. While the message was meant to assert his importance to the squad, it reportedly stirred up controversy within the club, leading to its swift removal.

Rodrygo’s post and subsequent deletion have sparked speculation about potential rifts within Real Madrid’s star-studded lineup, particularly as the club navigates the dynamics of having so many high-profile players vying for attention.

While some fans see his message as a justified assertion of his value, others worry it could signal underlying tension in a team already brimming with ego and expectation. With the stakes high this season, Real Madrid will need unity more than ever, but Rodrygo’s deleted post suggests not everyone is content playing in the shadows of Mbappe, Bellingham, and Vinicius.