Bayern linked with Vinicius Junior: Real star reportedly open to move | OneFootball

Will there be a major transfer bombshell next summer? At Real Madrid, the stay of Vinicius Junior is apparently no longer set in stone. The Brazilian national player is bound to the Royals until 2027, but the originally planned contract extension is currently on hold.

As reported by the portal TBR Football, a departure of the 25-year-old after the current season is not ruled out. Real Madrid wants to prevent Vinicius from leaving on a free transfer at all costs. A sale in the summer of 2026 could therefore be the only way for the club to generate a high transfer fee.

According to the report, the player himself is fundamentally open to a change of scenery. He is particularly attracted to the Premier League. Nevertheless, among the potential suitors, FC Bayern is also mentioned—alongside international heavyweights like Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester City, Chelsea, and Paris Saint-Germain.

Discontent under Alonso?

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An additional factor: Vinicius is reportedly not entirely satisfied with his role under new coach Xabi Alonso. While he was a regular under Carlo Ancelotti, he has already had to forgo a starting position several times this season. Particularly notable: In the 2-1 Champions League victory against Olympique Marseille, the Brazilian sat on the bench for 90 minutes.

In the recent 4-1 victory against UD Levante, however, Vinicius was allowed to play the full match for the first time this season—and repaid the trust with a goal and an assist. Nevertheless, speculation about his future persists stubbornly.

Bayern as an outsider in the Vinicius race

Whether the German record champion will seriously enter the race for the offensive star is questionable. On one hand, a potential transfer fee in the hundreds of millions would hardly be in line with Munich's current transfer policy. On the other hand, Bayern already has top players like Michael Olise, Luis Diaz, and Serge Gnabry under contract on the offensive wings.

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