Man City, Chelsea among five heavyweights willing to sign Real Madrid talisman – report | OneFootball

The situation surrounding Vinicius Jr. at Real Madrid is starting to attract the attention of clubs across Europe.

The Brazilian international has yet to sign a renewal with the club and will have only one year left on his contract in 2026.

Things have become more complicated due to the broken relationship between the player and manager Xabi Alonso, casting further doubts over his future at the Santiago Bernabeu.

Five European giants lying in wait

Now, according to OK Diario (h/t Defensa Central), Real Madrid are already aware of the intentions of up to five major European clubs regarding Vinicius Jr.

Manchester City, Manchester United, Chelsea, PSG and Bayern Munich are all closely monitoring the 25-year-old maverick’s renewal process.

These five elite European clubs are fully informed about the negotiations concerning extending the Brazilian’s contract beyond the summer of 2027, which are currently on hold.

No shortage of interest in Vini. (Photo by Angel Martinez/Getty Images)

As per the report, the five clubs would be ready to make an offer for Vinicius if he decides not to renew and Real Madrid put him on the market at the end of the season.

So far, there has been no mention of Saudi Arabia, which had previously shown interest in the player and fuelled transfer rumours during the summer of 2025.

Contract talks in deadlock

The current situation stems from both parties refusing to give ground in their demands.

While Vinicius and his representatives remain firm on securing a renewal bonus, and a salary on par with Kylian Mbappe, Real Madrid’s management believes the player’s financial demands are excessive.

Despite numerous exchanges of proposals between the Brazilian’s entourage and the club’s board, no agreement has been reached. However, there is no immediate concern within Real Madrid about a potential departure.

In fact, reports earlier today suggested that Los Blancos are optimistic about renewing Vinicius, despite the growing tension between himself and Alonso.

But, should things not go that way, the likes of PSG, Manchester City, Manchester United, Chelsea, and Bayern Munich are ready to strike.