Vinicius Rejects Real Madrid Renewal, Demands €30M Salary Amidst Alonso Rift Sparked by 4-0 PSG Defeat

Vinicius Junior has informed Real Madrid management of his refusal to renew his contract, citing a strained relationship with coach Xabi Alonso. This revelation, reported by "The Athletic" newspaper, came during a meeting with President Florentino Perez in late October.

Vinicius' current contract runs until June 2027, with renewal negotiations having stalled months ago due to a failure to agree on terms. The tense relationship between the player and Alonso reportedly dates back to the aftermath of Real Madrid's 4-0 loss to Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup. Tensions further escalated this season as Vinicius has featured in only a limited number of matches, frequently being substituted or benched.

During the Clásico match against Barcelona, the player reacted angrily when substituted, shouting that he would leave the team. He later apologized to Perez and several other figures, notably omitting the coach's name, a move described within the club as deliberate.

Real Madrid attempted to de-escalate the situation by publicly showing confidence in the player, while the communications department denied the meeting, despite its confirmation by various sources. Meanwhile, Alonso continues to publicly assert that there is no personal dispute, though he is reportedly growing weary of the ongoing controversy.

Financially, the club had offered to increase Vinicius' net annual salary to €20 million. However, his representatives demanded a "historic" contract worth €30 million per season, mirroring the top-tier deals previously signed by Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo – a figure unprecedented for any other player at Real Madrid.

Sources within the club believe Vinicius' stance is not merely a negotiation tactic but stems from his troubled relationship with Alonso. This situation is causing concern within the management, despite Perez's clear support for the player. While the club praises Alonso's work and positive results, the underlying dissatisfaction within the dressing room remains a source of apprehension.