“If he wants, let him leave.” Perez refuses to “blackmail” Vinicius and reveals 3 fiery alternatives

Vinicius Junior’s contract extension crisis at Real Madrid has taken a decisive turn after comments from club president Florentino Perez opened the door to a departure for the Brazilian star, confirming his refusal to meet financial demands in excess of the approved salary cap, while reports revealed an alternative plan to target three international forwards.

The Spanish newspaper “Sport” writes that Peres took a step back in the extension negotiations, saying: “If he does not want to stay in Madrid and wants to sign a contract with another club, he will be free to do so. I will not force anyone. Money is not the most important thing and never has been,” with a clear message that reflects his commitment to financial discipline despite his importance as a player.

In contrast, Vinicius repeats for a year and a half. “I want to stay at Real Madrid for the rest of my life and I’m in no rush to renew, but his financial demands are at odds with Perez’s policy, who fears setting a dangerous precedent in a team full of top stars who may demand similar terms.

The newspaper adds that since being re-elected as club president, Perez has said he is ready to make “the biggest offer in the club’s history for a player worth around 150 million euros”, but he prefers to direct this money to a strategic alternative rather than respond to the Brazilian’s demands, which threaten the financial balance.

The Royals president has identified 3 main targets as potential alternatives – France’s Ulysses of Bayern Munich, Argentina’s Julian Alvarez of Atletico Madrid and Norway’s Erling Haaland of Manchester City – with a willingness to increase the offer for the Bayern striker after the World Cup, provided the player initiates negotiations over his transfer.

Reports have confirmed that Real Madrid have not ruled out any of the three options, indicating the seriousness of the alternative plan, which aims to find a striker who can “wipe out the memory of Vinicius” and make a difference while maintaining financial discipline, a red line for Perez.

The crisis shows a real crossroad between the two sides, as statements of mutual friendliness belie the reality of failed negotiations, at a time when Peres appears ready to move forward with his alternative plan if the Brazilian does not back down on his exclusive financial demands.