Is the trauma really that important? The question arises about
Vinicius Junior and the disillusionment he experienced last Monday when he learned that he would not be the 2024 Ballon d’Or. While many around the Real Madrid striker assured him of his victory on the stage of the Châtelet theater in Paris, Spanish midfielder Rodrigo (Manchester City) took the trophy in his hands, leaving his crutches for a few minutes.
Stunned despite a second place in this 2024 Ballon d’Or, Vinicius “ would rethink his sporting priorities and those of his professional career », indicates the media Sport relying on anonymous sources. In the Brazilian international’s thoughts, the possibility of a departure should not be ruled out. This is what the leaders of Real Madrid are considering.
“I want to stay at Real Madrid all my life”
President Florentino Perez and his staff know that the indecent financial power of Saudi Arabia can turn the head of any player. Let’s remember last summer. Al-Ahly were ready to offer a 5-year contract to Vinicius Jr worth around 200 million euros per season, excluding bonuses.
The 24-year-old Brazilian international is under contract with the Spanish champion until June 30, 2027. He renewed his lease in October 2023, continuing to affirm his attachment to the club which is home to 15 Champions League trophies ( ex-European Cup of Champion Clubs, the real one) in his gallery.
“I want to stay at Real Madrid all my life,” declared Vinicius, after the Merengue victory against Borussia Dortmund in the final of the last Champions League, on June 1.
