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Gravenberch Going Nowhere as Agent Comments Clarified

No plans for Anfield exit

Liverpool midfielder Ryan Gravenberch isn’t leaving Merseyside anytime soon, despite recent speculation triggered by comments from his agent, Jose Fortes Rodriguez. The Daily Mail reports that the remarks were taken out of context and have no bearing on the Dutchman’s immediate future.

Rodriguez, speaking to Marca, said: “He’s good enough for Real Madrid. We would love for him to play for them, but Liverpool would ask for a lot of money. I know they’ve had their eye on him, but now it’s impossible.”

Those final three words—“now it’s impossible”—are crucial. There is no active interest, no backchannel pressure, and certainly no indication from Gravenberch himself that he wants to move. The context, as Rodriguez clarified, was reflective and personal: “When Ryan was 16, Barcelona called us. They wanted to sign him, but his father and I prioritised his development.”

Clarity behind the noise

For Liverpool, this is less about a player on the move and more about controlling a narrative. It’s also a reminder of the media ecosystem surrounding young talents and super agents. Gravenberch remains part of Arne Slot’s plans for 2024/25.

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For Liverpool fans, hearing Ryan Gravenberch’s name linked to Real Madrid would usually set off alarms. But in this case, context is everything—and it’s reassuring to see The Daily Mail confirm there’s no fire behind the smoke.

Jose Fortes Rodriguez was simply reminiscing, not negotiating. When he says, “now it’s impossible,” it’s not a subtle sales pitch—it’s a line drawn. Gravenberch is still in the early stages of his Liverpool journey and has shown encouraging glimpses under both Jürgen Klopp and now Arne Slot.

Let’s not forget: the Dutchman is only 22. He has the technical ability, physicality, and game intelligence to become a long-term fixture in our midfield. Slot’s system will likely be more possession-heavy, which should suit Gravenberch perfectly.

What’s pleasing here is the lack of drama from the player himself. He’s not angling for a move, he’s not making noise. That’s the kind of temperament you want in your squad. And while Madrid may remain a distant dream in his agent’s eyes, the present belongs to Liverpool.