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The Brazilian star doesn’t seem close to a renewal
Real Madrid have opened up the possibility of a move for Vinicius Junior this summer if Arsenal decide to turn their initial interest into a major financial offer in light of failed negotiations to extend the Brazilian star’s contract with the Spanish club, who is out of his final season.
reports a newspaper “Daily Mail” The British newspaper reported on Saturday that extension talks have failed to make any progress over the past 12 months, with Vinicius demanding a salary from team-highest Kylian Mbappe, in addition to a hefty loyalty bonus, at a time when Real Madrid do not want to risk losing the player on a free in the summer of 2027.
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The report adds that manager Jose Mourinho does not expect to stand in the way of any deal, despite his high praise for the player’s potential, as he believes his departure could solve the tactical dilemma that has plagued both Carlo Ancelotti and Xabi Alonso; defensive roles.
Vinicius and Mbappe’s relationship was not ideal off the pitch either, with the Frenchman holding his partner responsible for facilitating Xabi Alonso’s sacking after the Brazilian’s protests against his substitution led to a crisis that weakened the coach, who was later sacked despite Mbappe’s attempts to support him in the Spanish Super Cup. “Daily Mail”.
The newspaper adds that Mourinho has faced similar situations before during his first spell at Real Madrid, when he agreed to the departures of Raul and Guti to ease tensions in the dressing room.
Mourinho and Vinicius argue
The report also referred to the row between Mourinho and Vinicius following the Champions League play-off against Benfica, when he accused Brazilian player Gianluca Brestani of racially abusing him.
Mourinho said after the game that he could not be sure of the authenticity of either story. He also criticized how Vinicius celebrated his goal, which was not accepted in the player’s camp, and after which there was no attempt at reconciliation.
The ongoing renewal crisis leaves Royal with two options: meet Vinicius’ demands on a contract worth around €30m a year, in addition to a €15m loyalty bonus, or consider selling him this summer if Arsenal make a suitable offer to avoid losing him at the end of his contract.
