Rodrigo has insisted he is focused on Leeds United while flirting with a possible return to Valencia. It has taken a while for the Whites’ record signing to justify his £27million price tag.
Like many foreign imports before him, the Spaniard needed time to adjust to life in the Premier League. However, a drastic improvement in 2022 has seen Rodrigo become an important player for Jesse Marsch.
With Patrick Bamford’s perennial injury problems proving Leeds’ kryptonite, the 31-year-old has spent most of this season leading the line up front. That faith has been repaid, too, with Rodrigo bagging nine goals to sit comfortably clear at the top of United’s goalscoring charts.
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The thought of him leaving next month would be disastrous - a stark contrast to how supporters may have felt 12 months ago. Speaking to Spanish outlet AS, the forward claimed he is “happy” in Yorkshire but left the door open for a possible return to Valencia, where he spent six years of his career.
“I have always had a special affection for Valencia and their fans,” Rodrigo said. “We accomplished important things in the years I was there and I am fond of the city, both personally and professionally.
“My daughter was born in Valencia and I spent most of my career there. A return? You never know what the future may bring. Right now, I am very happy at Leeds and fully focused on our objectives.”
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