Real secured a 2-1 win over Barcelona, with Jude Bellingham providing an assist and scoring the decisive goal at the Bernabeu, pushing Xabi Alonso’s side five points clear atop La Liga. ..Continue Reading
However, the post-match focus shifted to Vinicius, whose reaction to being subbed reignited speculation about his future in Madrid.
Visibly upset in the 72nd minute after being replaced by Rodrygo, Vinicius appeared to confront Alonso as he walked off, prompting the coach to respond, “Come on Vini, damn it”.
The Brazilian initially headed to the dressing room before returning to the bench, and was quoted by DAZN saying, “I’m leaving the team, it’s better if I leave”.
This isn’t the first sign of tension between Alonso and Vinicius.
Back in August, The Athletic reported that the player’s camp had warned, “It’s not going to be an easy season,” especially after Alonso chose Rodrygo over Vinicius against Real Oviedo.
Alonso’s tactical preference for Arda Guler or Franco Mastantuono on the right and either Vinicius or Rodrygo on the left contrasts with Carlo Ancelotti’s approach of playing both Brazilians together, leaving Real’s no.7 less central than before.
Transfer rumors continue to swirl, with Manchester City and Saudi Arabia both linked to the star, who ranks no.3 on FourFourTwo’s list of top left-wingers.
According to FourFourTwo, Vinicius is delaying contract renewal at Valdebebas, potentially to secure a loyalty bonus in January 2027 or a lucrative sign-on fee elsewhere.
Club president Florentino Perez, known for his firm stance in the transfer market, is unlikely to let the contract run down, even with Vinicius having scored in two Champions League finals.
Despite a billion-euro release clause, any exit would likely involve a nine-figure sum, possibly becoming one of the most expensive transfers ever.
Transfermarkt currently values Vinicius at €150 million.
Real Madrid’s next Champions League fixture is away to Liverpool in early November.
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