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By NATHAN SALT - FOOTBALL REPORTER
Published: 18:56 BST, 10 July 2026 | Updated: 21:00 BST, 10 July 2026
Real Madrid are reportedly considering the sale of Brazilian star striker Vinicius Junior. Vinicius is currently locked in a re-signing stalemate at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Vinicius, who recently dropped out of the World Cup after losing to Norway, has again emerged as a major agenda item for Real Madrid, with fans concerned about the lack of news of a new contract.
He was initially expected to renew his contract, but weeks later he has not been able to reach an agreement. As a result, there are reports in Spain that Real Madrid may have to consider the possibility of a sale.
Vinicius currently has one year left on his contract. Radio Marca expert Ramon Alvarez, who is familiar with Real Madrid's internal news, has argued that the idea of a "blockbuster transfer" is gaining momentum among Real Madrid leaders as pessimism spreads over Vinicius' contract renewal.
He has been a key Real Madrid player for many years, but his requirements seem to have halted his contract talks. Now, Florentino Perez and new head coach Jose Mourinho face a challenge over how to resolve the situation.
Alvarez recently stressed that Real Madrid "will not put the interests of individual players ahead of the interests of the club." This supports the view that Vinicius' wage demands do not meet the standards set by the club.