Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has reportedly made a decision that could see Vinicius Jr. being sold if Paris Saint-Germain forward Kylian Mbappe joins the club this summer. According to SPORT, Perez sees Mbappe as the future best player in the world and believes that the Brazilian winger and Mbappe are incompatible on the pitch. This decision not only stems from footballing reasons but is also seen as a financial necessity to fund Mbappe's salary and adhere to Financial Fair Play regulations.
The speculation surrounding Vinicius Jr.'s potential departure from Real Madrid started a few weeks ago when OK Diario director Eduardo Inda suggested that the club might sell the young winger. 'If Mbappe comes, someone will have to leave because we have to make money... I'm talking about Vinicius. If Mbappe were to come, someone has to leave, and a player for whom you would receive a lot of money is the Brazilian,' Inda explained.
While Vinicius Jr. is undoubtedly a talented player, his performances have not lived up to the expectations of being the 'new Neymar' since his arrival from Flamengo in 2018 for a substantial fee of $49 million (€45 million). Additionally, his on-field controversies, such as his recent handball goal in a match against Almeria, have caused some concerns for Perez.
If Real Madrid were to put Vinicius Jr. on the market, there would be no shortage of potential suitors. Premier League powerhouse Manchester United has recently been linked with a move for the Brazilian winger. Furthermore, Vinicius Jr. could potentially be seen as a replacement for Mbappe at Paris Saint-Germain if the Frenchman were to leave.
Although the situation surrounding Vinicius Jr.'s potential departure is still speculation at this point, it highlights the dynamic nature of the transfer market and the financial considerations that clubs like Real Madrid must take into account. Should Mbappe join the Bernabeu, it is clear that changes will need to be made within the squad to accommodate him financially and strategically.
As always, the world of football is full of surprises, and fans will eagerly await official announcements to see how the transfer window unfolds for Real Madrid, Vinicius Jr., and Kylian Mbappe.
