Vinicius Jr. was once Real Madrid’s crown jewel, guiding them to Champions League glory and drawing Ballon d’Or predictions from media.
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However, one year later, tensions between the Brazilian forward and Real Madrid have escalated, casting doubt over their long-term partnership.
Vinicius had reportedly agreed to a contract extension but later demanded to match Kylian Mbappe’s wages after the Frenchman’s arrival.
Real Madrid are not willing to alter the agreed terms, leading to a communication breakdown between the club and Vinicius’ representatives.
The club reportedly won’t revisit contract talks unless initiated by Vinicius’ agents, likely delaying discussions until his deal nears expiration.
Reports suggest only Florentino Perez and Vinicius himself can now resolve the impasse through direct conversation and personal negotiation.
As a backup plan, Real Madrid may already consider offers for Vinicius and have identified Erling Haaland as a possible replacement.
Media speculation points to the club using this standoff to apply public pressure on Vinicius to soften his wage demands, reports Espana.
If his performances don’t improve, Spanish media may intensify scrutiny, increasing pressure ahead of a potentially pivotal 2025–26 campaign.
Vinicius’ future at Real Madrid now hangs in delicate balance amid financial demands and shifting club dynamics.
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