Vinícius Júnior’s Discipline Issues See Him Lose Prominent Role Amid Saudi Arabia Transfer Rumors
Kylian Mbappé has reportedly taken over as the leader in Real Madrid’s dressing room, replacing Brazilian forward Vinícius Júnior, according to Spanish outlet Cadena SER.
The 26-year-old French superstar joined Los Blancos on a free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain last summer and initially struggled to find his rhythm at the Santiago Bernabéu. However, in recent weeks, Mbappé has rediscovered his form, highlighted by a stunning hat-trick against Real Valladolid on Sunday. This performance brought his tally to eight goals in his last five games, cementing his status as a key figure at the club.
Leadership Shift at Real Madrid
Mbappé’s resurgence has reportedly led to him becoming one of Real Madrid’s primary leaders alongside Jude Bellingham. Meanwhile, Vinícius Júnior, who previously held that role, has seen his influence wane due to ongoing discipline issues.
The 24-year-old Brazilian winger has received 10 yellow cards this season and has missed Real Madrid’s last two La Liga games following a red card against Valencia on January 3. This streak of poor discipline has not gone unnoticed and has reportedly impacted his standing within the team.
Saudi Pro League Rumors Resurface
With Vinícius losing his prominence at Real Madrid, speculation about a potential move to Saudi Arabia has intensified. Reports suggest that Saudi Pro League giants Al-Ahli are preparing a world-record €350 million bid to secure his services this summer. Other Saudi clubs, including Al-Nassr, Al-Ittihad, and Al-Hilal, are also keeping a close eye on his situation.
Despite the transfer rumors, Vinícius has been one of Real Madrid’s standout performers this season, scoring 16 goals and providing 10 assists across all competitions. However, with less than three years remaining on his current contract, questions about his long-term future in the Spanish capital are growing louder.
A New Era for Real Madrid?
As Mbappé and Bellingham emerge as the new leaders of the team, Real Madrid appear to be transitioning into a new era of leadership. Mbappé’s influence on and off the pitch is becoming more apparent, while Vinícius faces increasing uncertainty about his role at the club.
For now, Real Madrid fans will be watching closely to see how these dynamics play out as the season progresses—and whether Vinícius will remain a part of the team or opt for a lucrative move to Saudi Arabia.
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