Los Blancos could lose one of their key stars to interest from the Saudi Pro League
Real Madrid are reportedly frustrated over Vinicius Junior's ongoing links with Saudi Arabia, following fresh reports that his representatives held meetings with Saudi Pro League officials.
While the Brazilian forward remains publicly committed to Los Blancos, talks surrounding a record-breaking move to the Middle East refuse to go away.
Saudi Arabia's billion-Euro temptation
According to reports from Marca, Vinicius Junior's representatives have held discussions with Saudi Pro League officials, including vice president Saad Al Lazeez, with a lucrative offer on the table.
The deal is reportedly worth €1 billion over five years, making it the most expensive contract in football history.
The proposal would also include an ambassadorial role for the 2034 FIFA World Cup, which Saudi Arabia is set to host.
With Saudi clubs aggressively recruiting top European talent, Vinicius remains one of their prime targets to follow the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar, and Karim Benzema.
Despite his consistent declarations of loyalty to Real Madrid, sources close to his camp reportedly consider the offer 'irrefutable,' sparking concerns within the club about his long-term future at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Real Madrid's growing concerns over Vinicius
Real Madrid's management, led by Florentino Pérez, are reportedly baffled by the frequency of Saudi-linked stories involving Vinicius, particularly as the club has opened negotiations for a contract renewal.
Following Real Madrid's Champions League clash against Manchester City, where Vinicius provided a crucial assist, the 24-year-old addressed the transfer rumours.
He told reporters, "I don't know anything either. I haven't spoken to anyone yet. I think I have to talk to the president. I hope I can stay here for a long time. This is my home."
However, Madrid officials are unsettled by the lack of response from Vinicius' camp regarding contract discussions. There are lingering concerns over whether his representatives are using Saudi interest to negotiate a more lucrative deal, particularly in comparison to latest superstar Kylian Mbappe.
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