Vini Jr.’s renewal has stalled and Florentino Pérez may intervene in the negotiations
Negotiations between Vinicius Júnior and Real Madrid over a new contract have hit a standstill, and Florentino Pérez is preparing to intervene personally to resolve the issue, according to Spanish outlet Sport.
Salary Demands Create Friction
Although both sides reportedly have a verbal agreement on the contract duration, the main obstacle is Vini Jr.’s salary request. The 25-year-old Brazilian forward is demanding €30 million per season, a figure that would match new signing Kylian Mbappé.
Real Madrid’s board considers the request excessive, as it would set a precedent for future negotiations and disrupt the club’s wage structure. Talks have since stalled, prompting speculation over the player’s future.
Florentino Pérez Plans Direct Talks with Vini Jr.
In an attempt to break the deadlock, club president Florentino Pérez is planning a personal meeting with Vini Jr., bypassing intermediaries and agents. The move is seen as a last resort to “clear the air” and resume productive discussions.
Pérez is known for managing high-profile renewals personally, and his involvement could prove decisive in keeping one of the club’s most valuable assets.
Vini Jr.’s Current Contract and Release Clause
- Current deal runs until June 2027
- Release clause: €1 billion
- Age: 25
- 2023/24 FIFA Best Player award winner
Despite having three years left on his contract, uncertainty around the renewal has triggered transfer rumors particularly from Saudi Arabian clubs, who are reportedly willing to meet his demands.
A sale to another European giant remains unlikely due to the €1 billion clause, but a mega-offer from the Saudi Pro League could tempt Real Madrid if negotiations continue to stagnate.
Real Madrid’s Dilemma: Keep Vini or Cash In?
Vini Jr. is a key figure in Madrid’s long-term project, alongside stars like Jude Bellingham, Rodrygo, and now Mbappé. However, the club faces a critical decision: meet his financial demands or risk losing a generational talent.
While Florentino Pérez’s intervention may defuse the tension, the situation highlights a growing internal debate how to balance loyalty, performance, and financial sustainability in a new Galáctico era.
Will Vini Jr. Stay or Go?
The coming weeks will be decisive. Real Madrid’s management remains hopeful, but if an agreement isn’t reached soon, Vini Jr. could become the biggest transfer story of the summer.
