Saudi Arabia handed boost in Vinicius Junior pursuit amid Real Madrid contract stalemate

Real Madrid is facing consequences following their 4-0 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the Club World Cup semi-final. Criticism has focused on Vinicius Junior's performance, with reports indicating the club is unimpressed and plans to punish him, raising questions about his future.

This situation impacts ongoing contract negotiations. Real Madrid had reportedly reached an agreement on a new contract with Vinicius, planned for signing later this summer, but this is no longer the case. According to El Chiringuito, the deal is now in limbo; the club hasn't contacted Vinicius to finalize it, and the player himself is in no rush to sign.

While Real Madrid still expects to count on Vinicius despite his recent poor form, Kylian Mbappe has replaced him as the club's key figure. The current contract standoff could lead to significant changes.

The unresolved contract presents a worrying scenario for Real Madrid. They risk losing Vinicius for a reduced transfer fee if the situation persists without a signed agreement. Although the club isn't panicking yet, this could change if the impasse continues for another 6-12 months.