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Vinícius Júnior Transfer from Real Madrid to Manchester City
If Vinicius leaves the Bernabeu, it is likely that Manchester City and Manchester United will target him, although his departure is not certain.
According to Sacha Tavolieri, who cites several sources, Real Madrid is willing to enter negotiations for a possible sale of Vinicius Junior in the summer if an offer of at least 150 million euros is made. Tavolieri also reports that negotiations for a contract extension have completely failed. Manchester City is particularly monitoring the situation.
Football Insider reports that Man City have a concrete interest in Vinicius Junior following his falling out with Madrid manager Xabi Alonso. The club is among the main Premier League sides monitoring the situation. Madrid are reportedly preparing for bids to arrive for Vinicius next summer unless the situation is resolved. Journalist Pete O’Rourke told the publication that Vinicius is no longer considered untouchable at the Bernabeu as he was during Carlo Ancelotti’s reign, although Madrid still hope to keep him. Talks are ongoing over a new contract beyond June 2027, with the discussions described as a decisive confrontation. An agreement has proven difficult to reach, and if Madrid fail to sign the 25-year-old to a new contract, it is thought that Premier League suitors could get him for a slightly cheaper fee. City and Chelsea are considered the leading candidates if the Brazilian opts to leave Madrid.
According to Bailey, Chelsea, City and Liverpool are his main suitors, with a Premier League switch looking increasingly appealing. Spanish outlet AS have claimed that he is seriously considering leaving Madrid for a new chapter in his career. BBC Sport’s Spanish football expert, Guillem Balague, has stated that Vinicius feels the club is not protecting him from criticism. Bailey insists that he does not want to go to the Middle East. According to Bailey, it is still most likely Vinicius will sign a new deal with Madrid at present, though he is not happy and is unsettled.
According to TBR Football, several clubs, including Manchester City, have been informed about the latest developments regarding Vinicius Junior. Real Madrid has decided to sell Vinicius Junior in the coming summer if he does not extend his contract. The player wants to reach the salary level of Kylian Mbappé, which is unacceptable for Real Madrid, and he is also dissatisfied with his role under new coach Xabi Alonso. Real Madrid wants to extend his contract, but only under their salary conditions.
According to TBR Football, Manchester City have spoken with the representatives of Real Madrid winger Vinícius Júnior, and the player has been warned that he will be sold next summer if a new contract has not yet been agreed.
According to TBR, Chelsea and Manchester City have been told that Vinicius could be open to a move to the Premier League if such an opportunity arose, with Arsenal, Liverpool, Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich also informed about the ongoing situation.
90min reports on Manchester City's ambitious plans to sign Vinicius Junior for a record fee. Manchester City are preparing to offer a record-shattering €150 million (£129.6 million, $175.2 million) for Vinicius Junior in the summer of 2026 to complete a “dream attack.”
Potential swap deal for the summer of 2026 involving Vinicius Junior and Erling Haaland. Vinicius Junior's contract negotiations have stalled, and his form has dipped, making him more replaceable. Pep Guardiola is reportedly interested in Vinicius for his dribbling skills.
Vinicius Junior is considering a move to Manchester City due to difficult contract extension negotiations with Real Madrid. He is also concerned about Manchester City's Financial Fair Play charges.
Real Madrid is encountering challenges in renewing Vinicius Junior's contract, which is valid until 2027. Although two attempts to extend his contract have been turned down, Manchester City has approached his representatives, with Pep Guardiola expressing interest in transferring him to Etihad. Vinicius is reportedly open to a move to the Premier League, however, he has reservations due to the ongoing investigation into Manchester City's financial irregularities. Real Madrid is prepared to transfer him for 150 million euros, but Vinicius is requesting an annual salary of 30 million euros, comparable to that of Kylian Mbappé, in addition to a substantial signing bonus. Currently, Real Madrid is not ready to fulfill these demands, which could potentially hasten his departure.
Vinicius Junior is in secret talks with Manchester City. He is considering a move away from Real Madrid due to difficult contract extension negotiations. However, he has concerns about the Financial Fair Play complaints against Manchester City and wants clarity before any potential move. Other English top clubs are also reportedly following his situation.
Pascal Dupraz mentioned that Vinicius Jr. might leave Real Madrid in the future, with Manchester City being a potential destination due to their financial capabilities.
Manchester City is waiting for an opportunity to make a move for Vinicius Junior before the transfer window closes on August 30.
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