Real Madrid is facing a crucial decision regarding the contract renewal of star forward Vinicius Jr. A significant offer from Saudi Arabia has complicated negotiations, forcing Real Madrid to consider a substantial increase to their current wage structure to keep the Brazilian winger.
This situation presents a significant challenge for the club, potentially impacting the salary balance within the squad and testing the club’s willingness to adjust its financial strategy.
Vinicius Jr. currently earns €15 million net per season. However, he’s reportedly seeking a significant increase, aiming for €20 million net per season, accordin to AS. This demand is complicated by a substantial offer from a Saudi Arabian club, placing Real Madrid under pressure to match or exceed this offer to retain the player. The potential increase would place him above Kylian Mbappé (€19 million net plus a significant signing-on fee).
The potential impact on Real Madrid’s salary structure
Meeting Vinicius Jr.’s salary demands could disrupt Real Madrid’s carefully constructed salary structure. While the club is reportedly prepared to negotiate, they’re keen to avoid upsetting the existing salary balance within the squad. This presents a particular challenge regarding Jude Bellingham’s contract.
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Bellingham, a key player for Real Madrid who earns considerably less, currently earning around €10 million net annually. This potential disparity in wages could create internal imbalances within the squad, though the club’s reported confidence in reaching an agreement suggests they are willing to find a suitable solution.
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Both Vinicius Jr. and Bellingham have been instrumental to Real Madrid’s recent successes, playing crucial roles in the club’s domestic and European title wins. Vinicius Jr.’s consistent performances and goalscoring ability have made him a key figure in the team’s attack, while Bellingham’s impact, both defensively and offensively, has been critical to Real Madrid’s overall game. Their respective contributions highlight their importance to the team’s on-field performance and justify their high earning potential.
Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez has a history of parting ways with players who demand significant increases to the club‘s established wage structure. The departures of Cristiano Ronaldo and Sergio Ramos serve as notable examples, underscoring the club’s commitment to maintaining a balanced wage structure and financial discipline.
