Negotiations to renew the contract of Brazilian star Vinícius Júnior with Real Madrid have completely stalled for several months, amid strong expectations that talks will not resume until after the conclusion of the 2026 World Cup, in accordance with the player's wishes.

Journalist Rudra from the "ESPN" network mentioned that the player will enter the final year of his current contract, which is set to expire in June 2027, without having reached a new agreement to ensure his continued stay at Santiago Bernabéu for a longer period.

The two parties had come very close to reaching an agreement in May 2025, having initially agreed on a financial package of 20 million euros as a fixed salary, plus an additional 10 million euros in bonuses and incentives related to performance and achievements. However, the official and final offer presented by the Royal Club did not include the agreed-upon 10 million euros in bonuses and was limited to the fixed salary only, which caused a fundamental financial dispute that led to the breakdown of the negotiations.

Vinícius's future with the Royal Club is considered one of the most intriguing topics in the world of football, and discussions about it are expected to continue for a long time.