Real Madrid Issue Ultimatum To Vinícius Júnior Over Stalled Contract Talks
Sports Updated: 12 December 2025 07:21 EAT
Real Madrid and Brazilian winger Vinicious Junior
Real Madrid have reportedly delivered a firm ultimatum to Vinícius Júnior and his representatives as negotiations over a new contract continue to stagnate. According to multiple reports from Spain, the club has informed the Brazilian forward that no further renewal offers will be tabled after months of unsuccessful discussions. His current deal runs until June 2027, but the club is keen to secure clarity well before then.
Sources indicate that Madrid are unwilling to risk losing Vinícius on a free transfer and will therefore consider placing him on the transfer market in the summer of 2026 if no agreement is reached. The standoff comes amid concerns within the club about salary expectations and how they align with the current wage structure under president Florentino Pérez.
Talks between the two parties have been dragging on since early 2025, with recent reports suggesting that no new negotiation meetings are scheduled. Some sources claim discussions may not resume in earnest until 2026, signalling a widening gap between the player’s demands and the club’s position.
The situation has sparked interest from several top clubs, with teams in the Saudi Pro League and Europe monitoring developments closely. Real Madrid no longer consider Vinícius completely “untouchable,” and a sale could become a realistic option if a substantial offer arrives, reflecting shifting priorities in the squad rebuild.
Despite the growing tension, Real Madrid continue to insist the door for renewal remains open—but only for the offer currently on the table. Should Vinícius decline to sign under those terms, his future is expected to become one of the major transfer storylines heading into the 2026 summer window.
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