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Real Madrid is working to finalize Vinicius Jr.'s contract renewal before the FIFA World Cup. His future at the club remains uncertain despite his key role.
Real Madrid want to finalise superstarâs renewal before the World Cup
Real Madrid are stepping up efforts to resolve one of the most important contract situations at the club.
According to Mundo Deportivo, the Spanish giants are aiming to finalise Vinicius Jr.âs renewal before the upcoming FIFA World Cup.
Despite being one of the clubâs most influential players, Viniciusâ long-term future remains uncertain.
His current deal runs until 2027, yet there has been little concrete progress in negotiations so far.
This delay has raised concerns within the club, especially given his importance both on and off the pitch.
At the heart of the issue lies a disagreement over wages, as the Brazilian forward is reportedly seeking parity with Kylian Mbappe, who sits at the top of Real Madridâs salary structure.
However, while Real Madrid are willing to offer Vinicius an improved deal, they are not prepared to match Mbappeâs earnings.
Interestingly, the report suggests that the player had previously accepted similar terms before later rejecting them, which is why Real Madrid are unwilling to make changes to their offer.
Real Madrid are pushing to secure Viniciusâ renewal. (Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images)
Real Madrid is actively trying to finalize Vinicius Jr.'s contract renewal ahead of the FIFA World Cup.
The club aims to secure one of its most influential players' long-term future before the major tournament.
The FIFA World Cup is set to take place in 2026, with specific dates yet to be confirmed.

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Furthermore, there was even a stage where the possibility of a summer exit was considered if no agreement could be reached.
As such, that scenario now appears highly unlikely, as club president Florentino Perez is said to have taken personal control of the situation, viewing Viniciusâ renewal as a top priority.
Internally, the Brazilian is seen as irreplaceable not just for his performances, but for his unique profile in the current transfer market.
Real Madrid reportedly believe there is no comparable player available, which is another reason why they want to renew his deal.
The clubâs objective is to resolve the situation before the World Cup to avoid unnecessary distractions and uncertainty.
From the playerâs side, the situation remains somewhat unclear, as Vinicius has consistently expressed his desire to continue at Real Madrid, but there has been no urgency in putting pen to paper.
This contrast between words and action is one of the key factors prolonging the negotiations.