Real Madrid name asking price for Vinicius Jr transfer

Vinicius Jr's future at Real Madrid has been a topic of heavy discussion for quite some time now. The Ballon d'Or runner-up has been linked with a move to Saudi Arabia in recent months as it is believed that it would make him the highest-paid athlete on the planet. On the other hand, PSG are rumoured to have an interest in the Brazilian international as well after seeing Kylian Mbappe leave in the summer.

Of course, Real Madrid would not be keen to see Vinicius leave anytime soon. Despite Mbappe's arrival in the summer, the Brazilian remains the club's most consistent player going forward.

While those around him have struggled to adjust to the new system, Vinicius has continued to perform at a high level. According to stats from Transfermarkt, he has scored 12 goals and provided 7 assists in 17 appearances this season.

As reported by Defensa Central (via Fichajes), the message they have transmitted from Valdebebas is clear, if PSG intend to try to sign Vinicius, they will have to pay the €1 billion figure that appears in his release clause. Real Madrid are not considering his departure under any circumstances

Real Madrid name asking price for Vinicius Jr transfer

Vinicius staying at Real Madrid would be the best thing for the club, and perhaps the player as well if you see it from a sporting standpoint. Of course, if he wants to be the highest-paid athlete in the world then it will be a different discussion altogether.

Let's see how things turn out for Vinicius. Currently, his contract is believed to run until the summer of 2027. So, Real Madrid are under no immediate pressure to make a decision.

That being said, where there is smoke, there is fire. Especially when it has been going on for so many months.