Real Madrid are reportedly prepared to turn down a staggering world record transfer fee for their star forward Vinicius Junior, as Saudi Arabian club Al-Ahli express serious interest in acquiring the Brazilian sensation.
Despite the lucrative potential of the deal, both in terms of transfer fee and personal terms for the player, Los Blancos are adamant about keeping their prized asset.
Vinicius Junior Not for Sale: Real Madrid to Reject Massive Saudi Offer
Vinicius, who has become a central figure in Real Madrid’s attack, is attracting the attention of Al-Ahli, who are reportedly ready to offer him an unprecedented salary package.
Sources close to the situation suggest that the Saudi club is willing to pay Vinicius an astonishing €350 million per year, which would make him the highest-paid athlete in the history of sports.
However, any potential move hinges on Real Madrid’s willingness to negotiate a transfer fee.
According to reports from Marca, Al-Ahli have already made their interest known, but the Spanish giants are standing firm. They have no intention of allowing Vinicius to leave, even if it means rejecting what would likely be the largest transfer fee ever recorded in football history.
Real Madrid’s stance is clear: Vinicius is not for sale, and any suitors will be directed to his massive €1 billion release clause.
The 24-year-old forward has become indispensable to Carlo Ancelotti’s side, consistently delivering match-winning performances and establishing himself as one of the top players in the world.
His speed, skill, and ability to change the course of a game have made him a fan favorite at the Santiago Bernabéu, and the club views him as a key part of their long-term project.
While Vinicius has yet to publicly respond to Al-Ahli’s proposal, it seems unlikely that he would entertain the idea of leaving Real Madrid at this stage of his career.
The player has expressed his love for the club on multiple occasions and has shown no signs of wanting to move away from the Spanish capital.
For Al-Ahli, landing a player of Vinicius’ caliber would be a monumental achievement, signaling their intent to compete at the highest levels of global football. However, Real Madrid’s resolve to keep their star player could put an end to any hopes the Saudi club might have had of pulling off this sensational transfer.
As the transfer window edges towards its conclusion, all eyes will be on Vinicius Junior and Real Madrid.
The coming days could see Al-Ahli make their official approach, but for now, it appears that the Brazilian forward will remain at the heart of Los Blancos’ plans.
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