Brazilian Winger Seeks Wage Parity with Star Teammate Amid €1 Billion Saudi Offer
Vinicius Junior has stunned Real Madrid by demanding a salary on par with Kylian Mbappé during tense contract negotiations, according to reports from Cadena Ser. The 23-year-old, whose current deal runs until 2027, has been in talks with the club for months, but discussions have stalled over his request for a pay scale matching the French superstar’s.
Madrid’s hierarchy has reportedly rejected the demand, viewing it as unrealistic—especially after a season where Vinicius’ form dipped. Club sources insist he will “never earn the same as Mbappé,” who joined this summer as the team’s undisputed marquee signing. The Frenchman’s €42-goal campaign last season and blockbuster No. 10 jersey reveal have cemented his status as the face of the franchise, with Marca predicting “unprecedented” shirt sales from his arrival.
Meanwhile, the Saudi Pro League remains a looming threat, ready to offer Vinicius a jaw-dropping €1 billion deal. While no formal bid has been made, Madrid could be tempted to cash in next summer for a fee around €200 million if no agreement is reached.
The standoff leaves Vinicius at a career crossroads: accept a secondary role at Madrid or consider a monumental payday in Saudi Arabia. With the club fully backing Mbappé as their centerpiece, the Brazilian’s future in Spain appears increasingly uncertain.
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