Manchester City are reportedly keeping close tabs on Vinicius Junior as uncertainty surrounding the winger’s future at Real Madrid continues to intensify.
The Brazilian forward is entering the final year of his current deal at the Santiago Bernabéu, with contract negotiations between both parties still unresolved.
Contract deadlock fuels transfer speculation
According to reports, discussions over a new contract have stalled mainly due to salary demands.
Vinicius is believed to be seeking wages comparable to teammate Kylian Mbappe, a request that has reportedly created tension within Madrid’s hierarchy.
Club president Florentino Perez now faces a major decision, with this summer potentially representing the club’s final opportunity to command a huge transfer fee should negotiations completely collapse.