Vinicius Junior has reportedly rejected Real Madrid’s first range of contracts, but the negotiations have not yet been concluded because the Spanish giants are trying to ward off the Saudi Arabian interest.
Speculations continue to swirl about the future of Brazilian in Santiago Bernabeu, with the Saudi Pro League pressing for its signature. According to this summer, he could be subject to a bid in the Middle East worth € 300 million (€ 251.2 million).
Madrid is naturally desperate to keep the 2024 Ballon D’Or-Wid-Wide, who helped them become European and Spanish champions last season. He was also relentless and led over 25 target contributions in all competitions.
To secure his future The athlete Report that Madrid began negotiations on a new deal in mid -January, with the first discussions being carried out to determine the extent of Vinicius’ requirements. Madrid provided the player’s representatives, Roc Nation, a financial proposal that was an increase in his salary, but this initial offer was quickly rejected. It is believed that the talks continue.
Los Blanco’s know that you have to offer an important financial package to combat offers from Saudi Arabia, but are not willing to break your wage structure in order to achieve a deal.
Vinicius currently earns around € 400,000 per week and is the third highest player in the club, but his wages pale compared to summer recruits Kylian Mbappe, who earns € 600,000 every seven days if bonuses are taken into account.
The President of Madrid, Florentino Perez, would like to reward Vinicius for his outstanding performances on the field, but also prove that he will not be in Mbappes shadows in the Spanish capital. The 24-year-old recently renewed his contract in October 2023 and his current deal will hold him in the club until June 2027.
Vinicius previously revealed his wish to stay in Madrid, but his determination is tested by gigantic Saudi offers this summer.