Everything seemed on track. Vinícius Júnior, one of Real Madrid's pillars, was, according to some media, about to renew his contract until 2030. The fans were breathing easy, but within hours, everything changed, and it did so radically.
Renewal, Imminent?
Initial reports pointed to a very close agreement between the white club and the Brazilian forward. Vinícius has a contract until 2027, but Madrid wants to secure him for three more years. A strategic move to ensure the franchise player of the future.
However, there's more under the rug. Not everything is as clear as it seemed.
Saudi Arabia Enters Full Force
Right in the middle of this process, a new protagonist appeared: the Saudi League. According to international sources, from Arabia, they are preparing an out-of-this-world proposal. We're talking about an offer of 1 billion pounds to take Vinícius.
A staggering figure. One that shakes the foundations of any club, no matter how big it is.
Negotiations, Stalled
Here's the twist. According to The Athletic, the conversations between Madrid and the player's camp have been open for some time, but they aren't progressing. No close agreement.
The club presented a formal offer. Vinícius replied with a counteroffer, and since then, there has been silence. Real Madrid hasn't replied yet to that proposal from the Brazilian.
The Camp Breaks the Silence
In this context of rumors, the player's camp has finally spoken. Or rather, they have denied. Sources close to Vinícius assure that there is no closed or signed renewal, and that the situation is far from being solved.
A statement that drops like a bomb in the offices of Valdebebas. Because it contradicts the version circulating in the press. It adds pressure to the club.
What's Going to Happen?
Madrid knows they can't fall asleep. Vinícius is much more than a player: he's a global image, a key piece in the sports project, and an idol of Santiago Bernabéu.
Despite his contract expiring in 2027, the Saudi threat and the halt in negotiations force the club to react.
For now, the future of the '7' is an enigma. The affection for the club is there, but in modern soccer, that's not always enough. Money, sports promises, and timing also count.
The only clear thing is that the renewal isn't as close as it seemed. Vinícius Júnior's future has entered uncertain territory.