Real Madrid ra tối hậu thư cho Vinicius
A financial deadlock over salary demands has left the Brazilian forward's future uncertain, with Arsenal emerging as a primary suitor.
Vinicius Junior returned to training this week following the 2026 World Cup, but his arrival at the Santiago Bernabéu coincides with a rigid deadline. Real Madrid has demanded that the uncertainty surrounding the Brazilian forward's future be resolved by August 22, the date La Liga begins.
The club has issued what is described as a final offer to the 26-year-old, creating a binary outcome: a renewed commitment to the Spanish giants or a forced sale before the summer transfer window closes. Real Madrid is reportedly prepared to cash in on the winger to avoid the disaster
of losing him on a free transfer, according to Yahoo Sports.
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The deadlock centers on a significant financial divide. According to Baomoi, citing Cadena SER, negotiations stalled after Vinicius rejected a proposal of €20 million per season. The player is reportedly seeking approximately €30 million per season—a figure Real Madrid refuses to meet to protect its existing wage structure.
While the player is believed to be keen on extending his stay at the Bernabéu, the risk of a stalemate is compounded by the Bosman rule. Vinicius is approximately five months away from being eligible to negotiate freely with other clubs. With his current contract running until June 2027, the club views a summer sale as the only viable alternative to a free exit in 2026 or 2027.
Arsenal has emerged as the primary alternative. The North London club, led by Mikel Arteta, is monitoring the situation closely and is reportedly prepared to adjust its wage structure and use image-rights opportunities to secure the forward. A source close to Arteta indicated that if Vinicius does not renew his contract, the Gunners are ready
, as reported by Bongda24h via The Athletic.
The club's willingness to move on is further evidenced by its active pursuit of other targets. Real Madrid is reportedly in advanced negotiations to sign Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig in a deal valued at €135 million, including add-ons.
The Conflict of Perspectives
| Stakeholder | Position / Reported Status | Primary Objective |
|---|---|---|
| Real Madrid | Offered €20m salary; refused €30m | Avoid a free transfer at all costs |
| Vinicius Jr | Desires stay but requests higher wages | |
| Arsenal | Monitoring; willing to adjust wages | |
| Roc Nation | Denying "fake" reports | Protect player's reputation |
These reports have met with fierce resistance from the player's representatives. Michael Yormark, president of Roc Nation Sports International, took to Instagram to criticize the media coverage, describing reports on the situation as unprofessional
, fake
, and damaging
. According to Tribalfootball, the agency characterized the speculation as libellous
and disruptive.
Despite the tension, some figures within the club have attempted to downplay the likelihood of an immediate exit. Jose Mourinho recently affirmed that Vinicius would return to team duties this week alongside Brahim and Bernardo Silva, a statement intended to counter rumors of an imminent move to London.
The resolution must be reached by August 22, at which point Real Madrid intends to finalize the player's status for the new campaign.
Financial Deadlock and Strategic Alternatives
The tension between the player and the board is rooted in a long-standing disagreement over the wage package. While Real Madrid considers Vinicius a vital asset, they refuse to dismantle their internal pay scale to meet his request for €30 million per season. This follows a previous offer of €20 million, which Vinicius rejected last year, according to Bongda24h.
Beyond base salary, the negotiations are complicated by a dispute over image rights percentages. This specific friction point is where Arsenal believes they have a competitive edge, as the North London club is reportedly confident in its ability to provide a flexible financial structure and image-rights opportunities to entice the Brazilian.
The club's urgency is amplified by the risk of a total financial loss. Real Madrid is prepared to sell the winger this summer to prevent him from running down his deal, a scenario described as a disaster
by sources cited by Yahoo Sports. Even the club's president, Florentino Perez, indicated in an early summer interview with El Pais that while he hopes the star stays, he would not block a departure if the player desired one.
The immediate timeline involves high-level meetings between Vinicius and Real Madrid leadership this week. This occurs as the player reintegrates into the squad following the 2026 World Cup. Although Jose Mourinho has publicly confirmed the player's return to training to stifle rumors, the underlying contractual instability remains.
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