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Real Madrid is in contract talks with Vinicius Jr., whose current deal expires in 14 months. The club aims to secure his long-term future as he remains a key player alongside Kylian Mbappe.
Contract renewal of Real Madrid superstar only a matter of timing – report
Real Madrid have been locked in contract talks with Vinicius Jr. for quite some time now.
The Brazilian international’s contract at Santiago Bernabeu expires at the end of next season, meaning there are only 14 months left before the attacker becomes a free agent.
Real Madrid are not too keen on offloading Vinicius and want to secure his long-term future at the Bernabeu. After all, he is expected to remain a focal point of the Real Madrid setup next season alongside Kylian Mbappe.
A recent report from Diario AS has offered an optimistic update on Vinicius Jr. and his contract situation at Real Madrid.
As per the report, it is only a matter of time before the Brazilian’s new contract. Real Madrid are convinced that the forward will stay at Bernabeu.
Vinicius Jr. is soon expected to renew his deal at Real Madrid. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
The plan for Vinicius is to travel to the United States this summer and report to Carlo Ancelotti ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while having signed the new deal at Real Madrid.
That means between now and the start of the World Cup, Real Madrid are expected to announce the new deal that will secure the long-term future of the attacker.
It is no secret that Los Blancos have been apprehensive about Vinicius’ hefty salary demands, refusing to put him in the same bracket as the team’s star player, Mbappe.
But it appears both sides have made concessions and are now confident that the deal will go through. They are now waiting for the ideal time to announce the deal.
Vinicius’ contract extension will be a relief for the Spanish giants, as they hope for the Brazilian to bring his best form back next season.
Vinicius Jr.'s contract with Real Madrid expires at the end of next season, leaving 14 months until he becomes a free agent.
Real Madrid intends to secure Vinicius Jr.'s long-term future at the club, as he is expected to be a focal point of their setup.
Vinicius Jr. is expected to play alongside Kylian Mbappe next season at Real Madrid.

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