Vinicius Junior’s Future at Real Madrid in Doubt After Talks Over a New Deal Hits a Roadblock

Vinicius Junior’s Future at Real Madrid in Doubt After Talks Over a New Deal Hits a Roadblock

Chukwu Ikechukwu
updated at April 12, 2023 at 8:27 PM
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  • Real Madrid and Vinicius Junior are at an impasse over a new contract for the Brazilian winger
  • Vinicius is Los Blancos' leading goal-scorer this season having netted 18 goals in all competitions
  • The Brazilian's current contract at the Spanish capital is set to expire in the summer of 2024

The future of Vinicius Junior at Real Madrid is in doubt after the winger and the reigning La Liga champions reportedly hit a roadblock in their negotiations for a new deal.

The current contract for the Brazilian expires in 2024 and talks about a new deal are said to have been ongoing for some time.

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Vinicius Junior's current Real Madrid contract expires in 2024. Photo by NurPhoto.
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According to Football Espana, there has reportedly been no movement from Vinicius' side despite Real Madrid president, Florentino Perez doing everything in his power to open up talks.

There are also reports claiming Perez might be willing to part with Vini in order to sign long-time target and Paris Saint-Germain forward, Kylian Mbappe in the summer.

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Vinicius has been Real Madrid’s best player this season, covering for the absence of Karim Benzema, who has been plagued by multiple injuries this campaign.

Defender offers advice to Vinicius

Meanwhile, Real Betis wing-back, Aitor Ruibal said Vinicius Junior needs to learn to handle the jeers and kicks he receives, Tribal Football reports.

The defender was the latest player to clash with the Real Madrid star during Sunday's 0-0 draw, which further dented Los Blancos’ chances of retaining the league title.

Vinicius has had several altercations with defenders and opposing fans this season after being targeted by racist chants by some sections of the supporters.

Vinicius trolls Liverpool at Anfield

Sports Brief previously reported on Vinicius trolling Liverpool at Anfield after bagging a brace in the first leg of their Champions League last 16 clash.

The encounter was a repeat of last season's UCL final played in Paris, where the Spanish giants were eventually crowned the champions of Europe.

The Reds were desperate to get revenge on the La Liga champions when they locked horns but Vinicius decided to play some mind games on the Reds.

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Chukwu Ikechukwu Godwin is a journalist with over 9 years of experience in the Nigerian media industry. He has worked both in Radio (Today FM, Rhythm FM, Wish FM) and Television (Silverbird TV) as a Sports Analyst..
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