Overview
- El Chiringuito, as relayed by World Soccer Talk, reports Real Madrid would seek a base fee of €150 million for Vinícius, with renewal talks stalled over salary demands that were reported to exceed €25 million net per year on a deal running through 2027.
- Sport Bild and Spanish TV reports say Madrid privately plan a 2026 sale following the El Clásico substitution flashpoint, even as the club pursues a renewal to protect market value, per ESPN and Football España summaries.
- A contrasting line from Defensa Central, echoed by Madrid Universal, claims Florentino Pérez told directors the club is not considering a sale and intends to reopen contract negotiations after the season.
- Manchester City interest has been repeatedly linked in recent days, including an Indykaila claim that City asked the player not to sign a new deal and a Defensa Central-based report that Pep Guardiola has requested a move, neither officially confirmed.
- Coverage also points to lingering tension with coach Xabi Alonso—featuring a public apology for the Clásico reaction and reports the player feels “bored” by the current tactics—while PSG and several Premier League sides are said to be monitoring any shift.