Vinicius Jr.'s name rings loud in Valdebebas. For weeks now, Real Madrid has sent a clear message to intermediaries and agents: "Vinicius is not for sale."
Not for 200 million, not for 250 million. His release clause is – as it is said – 1 billion euros. Under this principle, the club defends its position against any kind of external interest.
Vinicius Jr is tied to the club until June 30, 2027. This long-term commitment gives him the opportunity to stay in the "White House", but does not eliminate the possibility of new contractual negotiations.
Privately, the Brazilian is demanding a significant salary increase. However, these demands clash with the club's economic policies, which are unwilling to make concessions unless the player returns to form that justifies such an increase.
In recent months, his form has declined, weakening his position in negotiations. If Vinicius wants to strengthen his position, he must regain a decisive role in La Liga and in big matches.
Under Xabi Alonso, the Brazilian must adapt to the tactical plan: more defensive work and collective commitment. This discipline could be the key to regaining the importance he seeks.
The start of the season under Alonso was a turbulent one for him. He rarely completed 90 minutes, was substituted in almost every game and even remained out of the starting line-up in several important matches. Alonso attributes this to the rotation of the team, but Vinicius' gestures during the substitutions have fuelled speculation of internal discontent.
However, in the last match against Villarreal, Vinicius Jr. regained the brilliance of previous seasons with a brace that saved Real. That match served as a “calling card” for what could come: continuity, self-confidence… and a secure place in the starting lineup.
In La Liga, every point counts. Real Madrid need their left winger in full form. A Vinicius deciding games again could be the new breath that pushes the team towards the top in the most difficult phase of the season.
Circumstances push Real Madrid and Vinicius towards an agreement. The club wants to keep him, and the player wants to stay. But this symbiosis requires concessions from both parties: the player must regain his explosiveness, consistency and character, while the club must be more flexible to reward his role.
More urgent than anything is that he feels the pleasure of playing in the white shirt again. That he feels part of the team, decisive and protagonist. Only then will the renewal process move forward.
If he maintains this level in the upcoming matches, there will be little doubt that he will once again be the starting player that the coach needs. The end of this story will depend on performance on the pitch, strategic agreements and the magic that only a player like Vinicius Jr can provide.
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