Vinicius Junior’s future at Real Madrid has been thrown into doubt, with reports suggesting the Brazilian forward is weighing up the possibility of leaving the Spanish giants as early as next summer.
According to Tribuna via TBR Football, talks over a contract extension — despite his deal running until 2027 — have stalled, raising speculation that Madrid could look to sell him in 2026 to avoid the risk of losing him on a free transfer.
Vinicius considering shock move away from Real Madrid
Vinicius is said to be open to exploring new challenges, with the Premier League standing out as his most attractive destination.
Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester City, and Chelsea are all believed to be monitoring the situation. Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich are also being mentioned as potential suitors.
Part of the uncertainty stems from Vinicius’ current role under head coach Xabi Alonso. Despite being one of Madrid’s biggest stars, the 24-year-old has found himself starting from the bench on multiple occasions this season.
His exclusion from the starting lineup in the Champions League clash against Marseille — where he didn’t play a single minute — further fueled frustrations. Cameras even caught his visible disappointment, highlighting the challenges he now faces at the Santiago Bernabéu.
A complicated transfer picture
While Bayern Munich’s name continues to surface, doubts remain over whether the German champions will make a formal approach.
A potential nine-figure transfer fee, combined with Bayern’s existing depth on the wings, could make any deal complicated.
Still, the fact that Bayern are mentioned alongside Premier League powerhouses and PSG underlines Vinicius’ enduring status as one of the most sought-after stars in world football.
For now, his future remains tied to Madrid — but the noise around a possible departure is only getting louder.