Mourinho's Stance on Vinicius' Departure

Attention is turning to the future of Brazilian star Vinicius Junior, especially after reports linked Real Madrid with a move for Ivorian winger Yan Diomande, sparking speculation about the possibility of the Brazilian leaving during the transfer window.

According to AS, Vinicius is not considering leaving Santiago Bernabéu, as renewing his contract with Real Madrid is at the top of his priorities. Meanwhile, the club's management views the player's continued presence as a key objective in the upcoming period.

Negotiations for Vinicius's contract renewal are expected to resume next week following his return from vacation, as he wishes to understand his role within José Mourinho's project, alongside reaching a financial agreement that reflects his current status as one of the team's standout stars.

The report indicates that the Brazilian forward is asking for a net salary of around €20 million annually, which represents a limited increase compared to his current contract, which runs until the summer of 2027. Meanwhile, Real Madrid continues to work towards a final agreement to ensure the retention of one of its key players.

Despite the interest of several European clubs, including Arsenal and Liverpool, Vinicius remains committed to continuing with Real Madrid. Meanwhile, Mourinho sees retaining him as a priority, especially with the potential to form a strong attacking trio featuring Vinicius, Kylian Mbappe, and Jan Duran.