Real Madrid is working to resolve the future of Brazilian Vinicius Junior before the start of the season after reopening negotiations for the player's contract renewal with a new financial offer in an attempt to end the stalemate that has lasted for several months.
The movements of the royal club come as Vinicius enters the last year of his current contract, placing management in front of two options: to reach a quick agreement with the player or consider selling him during the current summer transfer window to avoid losing him for free in the future.
According to ESPN, Real Madrid has made a new offer that includes raising Vinicius's annual salary from €17.5 million to around €22 million, in an effort to come closer to the Brazilian star's demands.
However, the offer is still far from the expectations of the player and his agent, as the 26-year-old Vinicius aims to secure a salary of €30 million per year, believing that his next contract represents an important milestone in his career and should reflect his status and role within the team, especially after his contributions to achieving championships and his impactful appearance in the UEFA Champions League finals.
Amid the ongoing dispute over the financial compensation, several clubs are monitoring the player's situation, chief among them is English club Arsenal, despite not having made an official offer yet.
Reports indicate that Real Madrid has begun to explore all scenarios, including the possibility of selling the player during the summer if no agreement is reached, especially since the continued crisis could give Vinicius the opportunity to negotiate with other clubs starting in January and sign with them for free before his contract expires.
The coming weeks are becoming increasingly vital in determining the future of one of the team's most prominent stars, as Real Madrid prepares for a new season under the leadership of coach Jose Mourinho.