Real Madrid will begin discussions with Vinicius Junior’s representatives shortly after the player’s elimination from the 2026 World Cup, according to Fabrizio Romano. The Brazilian winger is entering the final year of his contract at the Santiago Bernabéu, and negotiations over an extension have stalled due to financial disagreements.
Despite the impasse, all parties are reportedly keen to find a resolution. Romano states that club president Florentino Pérez is eager to retain Vinicius, while the player himself is also open to staying with Real Madrid. The core issue revolves around salary expectations and the length of a potential new contract. Romano emphasized that the willingness of both sides is not the problem, but rather reaching a concrete agreement.
Real Madrid are keen to avoid a situation where Vinicius’s contract expires in 2027 without a renewal, potentially losing a valuable asset for free. This urgency is driving the club to restart talks with his agents promptly. Vinicius Junior has been a key player for Real Madrid since his arrival from Flamengo in 2018, contributing significantly to their Champions League successes and La Liga titles.
Romano also addressed speculation linking Erling Haaland with a move to Real Madrid. While Haaland has not ruled out a future transfer to the Spanish capital, a move this summer is not anticipated. The Manchester City striker is reportedly happy at the Etihad Stadium and remains a crucial part of Enzo Maresca’s project. Haaland’s father recently hinted at a possible move, fueling the transfer rumours, but Romano suggests this is a long-term consideration for the player, not an immediate one. Manchester City will be hoping to keep Haaland as they look to build on their recent successes under their new manager.
These developments suggest Real Madrid are prioritizing securing Vinicius’s long-term future while simultaneously monitoring potential opportunities to strengthen their squad with players like Haaland, albeit not in the immediate transfer window.
