Cadena Ser reports that contract renewal discussions between Real Madrid and Brazilian winger Vinicius Junior have reached an impasse. The player demands wage parity with teammate Kylian Mbappe as a condition for extending his stay at the Spanish club. His representatives surprised Madrid officials by requesting substantial salary increases during recent negotiations. The timing puzzled management given the player's subpar performances throughout the previous campaign.
Madrid executives remain unconcerned about the stalemate since Vinicius Junior's current deal expires in summer 2026. Club leadership expects the Brazilian to demonstrate improved form before warranting increased compensation. Officials refuse to match his wages with those of Mbappe under current circumstances. The proposed renewal package would position Vinicius Junior as the squad's second-highest earner through performance-based incentives. However, the player seeks top billing on the salary scale, creating the present deadlock that could result in his departure.
Madrid executives remain unconcerned about the stalemate since Vinicius Junior's current deal expires in summer 2026. Club leadership expects the Brazilian to demonstrate improved form before warranting increased compensation. Officials refuse to match his wages with those of Mbappe under current circumstances. The proposed renewal package would position Vinicius Junior as the squad's second-highest earner through performance-based incentives. However, the player seeks top billing on the salary scale, creating the present deadlock that could result in his departure.
