The Brazil attacker is being linked with Manchester City and Arsenal this week in England.
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And for last night's opening LaLiga win against Osasuna, Xabi left Rodrygo on the bench for the 1-0 triumph.
Asked for an update on Rodrygo's situation, however, Xabi said: “Nothing is going on. The Club World Cup was a different context because of the competition it was. Today it's just one game, we can leave the rest behind.
"What counts is this season and of course I'm counting on Rodrygo. It's just one game, we shouldn't read too far into the future. If he gets those minutes in three months' time, I'll be able to answer you with more certainty.
"Today it was just the circumstances of the game and my decisions.”