Real Madrid ended 2024/25 without a trophy with the club finishing behind Barcelona in La Liga, lost in the Champions League knockouts and fell short in domestic cups.
The Los Blancos went into last season full of hope after signing Kylian Mbappe but the campaign did not go as planned and now the club is dealing with a fresh problem on their hands
According Fichajes, the Brazilian winger, who has played a decisive role in Madrid’s recent successes was expected to renew his contract shortly after the Club World Cup but talks have collapsed.
Vinicius has demanded a pay rise that puts him on the same salary tier as Mbappe, which Real Madrid’s leadership did not anticipate and are currently unwilling to approve.
According to reports, The club believes such a move could destabilize the wage structure inside an already star-heavy locker room.
Saudi offer adds pressure as Real Madrid weigh next steps
With a deal already in place until June 2027, Vinicius technically remains tied to the club.
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However, the player’s camp has made it clear they believe his current role and global profile deserve better pay.
According to reports – the winger feels his contributions put him on par with the world’s best and he’s unwilling to accept anything less than top-tier compensation.
Amid the impasse, a Saudi Pro League club has reportedly prepared a €1 billion [1.1B $] package to lure Vinicius, making Madrid’s decision even harder.
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