A few days after Vinícius Júnior and Real Madrid’s disappointment with the 2024 Ballon d’Or, Florentino Pérez has decided to treat his player. To demonstrate his support for the Brazilian winger, who is grappling with the significant setback in his career, the Madrid president is offering a contract extension.
As the Madrid side gradually recovers from the significant blow they received last Monday during the 2024 Ballon d’Or ceremony, the club’s management is keeping a close eye on their player. As the main victim of what is considered the biggest scandal of the century, Vinícius Júnior is receiving support from Real Madrid. Following the boycott of the 68th edition of the Ballon d’Or France Football UEFA as a gesture of solidarity with the Brazilian winger, Florentino Pérez is taking things a step further.
The unexpected extension proposal
Undoubtedly aiming to signal to Vinícius Júnior that he is indispensable to the club’s project, the management has initiated discussions with the player’s camp regarding a contract extension. Exactly one year after extending his contract until 2027, Real Madrid is once again offering this new possibility, according to information from Relevo. While the proposal is well-received by the agents of the Brazilian international, it has been rejected for the time being.
Indeed, according to reports, Vinícius Júnior is refusing to rush into extending his deal with the white club for several reasons. With the arrival of Kylian Mbappé, which has significantly altered many aspects within the club, and the interest from Saudi Arabia offering a contract worth €1 billion, the 24-year-old’s camp wants to wait for the coming months to better understand what to expect. However, it is worth noting that the current trend suggests Vinícius is happy at Real Madrid.
The crucial months ahead
Postponing discussions for a contract extension beyond 2027 is merely a precautionary measure. It must be said that the Brazilian player has reasons to be wary, as after missing out on this year’s Ballon d’Or, he will have to battle hard with Kylian Mbappé (currently the top scorer of the team this season). Especially since both players have similar profiles, with the Frenchman possessing slightly less dribbling technique; tactical changes could therefore disadvantage one of them.
Today, if Real Madrid wants to maintain control over Vinícius Júnior, they need to give him the keys to the team. With Kylian Mbappé, the other star who has arrived to make history, the task appears daunting for Florentino Pérez and his associates.
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