Vinicius Junior has been in the news a lot this week, after it was confirmed he did not win the 2024 Ballon d'Or
It was Manchester City and Spain center Rodri Hernandez who won the award instead. Due to this refusal, rumors have multiplied about a possible departure from Real Madrid.
Saudi Arabia remain keen to lure Vinicius away from the Spanish capital, but European clubs are also hoping for an opening. According to Relevo, clubs like Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United and Chelsea are patiently waiting for an opportunity to make a move on the Brazilian superstar.
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Real Madrid are not deterred by this interest, for now. They hope to agree a new contract with Vinicius, as his current contract ends in 2027. However, their latest attempt to extend his contract was refused.
Efforts to agree a new contract with Vinicius will be intensified over the next 18 months as Real Madrid desperately seek to avoid losing him as a free agent at the end of the 2026-27 season. If this becomes a reality, they'll likely try to cash in first – that's where the opportunity could present itself for interested parties.
