Real Madrid identify blockbuster replacement for Vinicius Jr as contract talks with Brazilian superstar continue to stall

Real Madrid have already identified Vinicius Junior's replacement as contract talks with the Brazilian winger have stalled. Vini Jr. still has two years left on his existing deal and is demanding a wage hike to sign a new contract. In case the Selecao star leaves the club, amid interest from Saudi Arabia, Los Blancos will go after Premier League star Erling Haaland.

Vini Jr yet to sign new Madrid deal
Wants salary equal to Mbappe
Madrid identify Haaland as Vinicius Jr's replacement

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WHAT HAPPENED?
Vinicius Jr's current deal is valid until 2027 and he is willing to extend his stay for three more years, but the winger wants a major hike on his current wages. According to reports, the Brazil star has demanded a higher salary than Kylian Mbappe is earning at Madrid at the moment.

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THE BIGGER PICTURE
The Madrid superstar has been linked with a move to Saudi Arabia, as officials from the league have been chasing the winger since 2023 and have reportedly put forward a €1bn (£832.2m) offer for five seasons on the table. Amid the lucrative offer from the Saudi Pro League, the Selecao star will continue to negotiate a higher salary with Madrid, although the Spanish giants are unlikely to meet the player's financial demands.
DID YOU KNOW?
According to SER, club president Florentino Perez has identified Vinicius Jr's replacement, if he decides to exit Santiago Bernabeu. Madrid's first choice remains Manchester City star Erling Haaland as Perez wants to see the Norwegian goal machine being paired alongside Mbappe.