The Vinicius soap opera continues to shake the White House. As the Spanish press revealed this week, the discussions between Real Madrid and the Brazilian winger about a contract extension are in a standstill. While the lease of the former of Flamengo runs until 2027, no common ground seems to be emerging. If a departure this summer remains unlikely, the situation could become critical by 2026.
Internally, the annoyance rises to the player's requirements, especially salary, and the Madrid management is already thinking about a very high level alternative. And differences are not limited to the financial aspect. If Vinicius wishes to be paid at the same level as Kylian Mbappé, the hierarchy is clear in the eyes of the club:
“For Real Madrid, Bondynois is number 1 and it must logically be best paid for the team”recalls the Cadena Ser. This inflexible position could push Vinicius towards the exit, and this, in the summer of 2026 if no agreement is reached by then.
With this in mind, Real Madrid activates behind the scenes. According to the Cadena SerFlorentino Pérez already has a target in mind: Erling Haaland. President Madrid has long dreamed of a galactic duo made up of Mbappé and the Norwegian scorer. And the possible departure of Vinicius may well offer the ideal opportunity to realize this dream. Especially since the operation seems financially viable: the sale of the Brazilian would generate a colossal sum, and Haaland would have a starting clause estimated at 200 million euros for non-English clubs.
Rodri also in the viewfinder
If this clause did not activate in 2029, Real Madrid remains convinced that it could negotiate with Manchester City long before this deadline. An optimism fueled by the personal ambitions of the 24 -year -old striker, who “Would have always dreamed of playing in Spain”recalls the
Cadena Ser. A will that could facilitate discussions in the coming months, especially since the relationships between Real and the entourage of the player have been good for several years.
This Haaland file is part of a broader reflection around the future of the Merengue team. Real would also have an eye on Rodri, the defensive midfielder of Manchester City, to strengthen his midfield. But priority remains clearly the attack. If Vinicius refuses to lower its salary claims, Florentino Pérez will not hesitate to decide in the spot.
