Overview
- Reports from Mundo Deportivo, echoed by Yahoo Sports, Goal and Football España, say Vinicius has reduced his initial aim to match Kylian Mbappé’s pay, bringing a new deal closer.
- A public embrace with Xabi Alonso after Real Madrid’s win at Olympiacos is being cited as a sign of a thaw that has helped reopen dialogue.
- The Athletic previously reported he told club leaders he would not extend while relations with Alonso were strained, setting off a wave of transfer speculation.
- Football Insider reports Manchester City and Chelsea would be frontrunners if he becomes available, while CaughtOffside and the Daily Briefing say Manchester United have been in touch and Liverpool are monitoring the situation.
- Valuation reports vary widely, from roughly £80m to well over €100m, and multiple outlets say Madrid could consider a summer sale in 2026 if no agreement is reached before his 2027 contract expires.