There have been conflicting reports regarding Vinícius Júnior's future in recent months. Although it has been said that his contract with Real Madrid was renewed and only the signature was missing, the reality is different. With a contract until 2027, he is seriously considering what to do about his future, having already rejected the impressive offer from Saudi Arabia.
He hasn't returned happy from the United States, having played a minor role in the Club World Cup. Madrid fell in the tournament's semifinal and did so with Vinícius moved to the right wing. He didn't like this at all and is even upset, something that COPE has revealed.
Contract renewal on hold
As of today, there is no agreement for his contract renewal and, for now, it seems quite far off. Mbappé's arrival last summer seems to have changed everything. Both in terms of salary and his importance within the squad, this has caused great anger for Vinícius Júnior.
Although the relationship between the two is good, the Brazilian believes that he has too secondary a role that will prevent him from being able to win the Ballon d'Or. These are some of the aspects that cause him many doubts, just like the arrival of Xabi Alonso to the bench. He didn't like at all being moved to the right wing, where he doesn't feel comfortable, in the match against PSG.
One condition to stay at Real Madrid
Given the current situation, what Vinícius Júnior is asking for to continue at Real Madrid is clear. He must have the respect he believes he deserves, being untouchable and without altering his preferred position. The left side is where he feels best and he doesn't want to be moved to any other part of the attack.
This is an essential condition for him to stay at Real Madrid, leaving aside essential aspects of his contract.
No one expected that, as of today, Vinícius Júnior's contract situation would still be like this. In recent weeks, his detachment from everything Madrid-related in a public way has been surprising. In fact, Florentino gave him a scolding for having removed any reference to the team that pays him from his social media.
There is a certain tense calm within the white squad, although it is true that what is happening with Vinícius Júnior isn't amusing anyone.