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Vini Jr's Real Madrid contract standoff

One area perhaps due an upgrade is left wing. Cody Gakpo won the battle with Luis Diaz over the summer and has only got teenager Rio Ngumoha as a deputy.

There is a sense that a better player in that position could help improve Liverpool’s fortunes - and now the opportunity to sign one of the world’s very best has arisen.

Vinicius Junior, 25, is reaching a crucial stage in his Real Madrid career. The Brazil winger’s contract expires in 2027 but right now a renewal looks a remote possibility.

Not only is there a standoff owing to finances, but it’s believed Vini is not enjoying working under new head coach Xabi Alonso. Vini could therefore be offered out for sale in 2026 - in order for Madrid to avoid losing him for nothing in 2027.

Liverpool a contender for Vinicius in summer 2026

And according to a report in Football Insider, the reigning Premier League champions would JUMP at the chance to sign Vinicius.

“Vinicius Junior would likely cost around £80million next summer if he completes a Real Madrid exit,” the report reads.

“The likes of Liverpool and Manchester United are interested in Vinicius Jr, whose contract at the Spanish club expires in June 2027.

“If he did become available at the end of the season, then Liverpool would be interested in making a statement signing.

“Arne Slot’s side have struggled out wide this term following Luis Diaz’s move to Bayern Munich, and would jump at the chance to sign one of the world’s best.”

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