Saudi Arabian side Al-Ahli are reportedly preparing a jaw-dropping €1bn contract to lure Vinicius Jr. away from Real Madrid in the summer transfer window.
The Brazilian superstar sees his Real Madrid contract expire in June 2027, but renewal talks have been unsuccessful so far.
Saudi Arabian Side Al-Ahli Preparing €1bn Contract for Vinicius Jr.
According to English journalist Ben Jacobs, Saudi Arabian “dealmakers” have rekindled their interest in Vinicius Jr. ahead of the summer transfer window. They have long held an interest in the Brazilian and see summer 2026 as the perfect window to make a move.
Al-Ahli, which is owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), have emerged as the strongest candidates to sign Vinicius Jr. They are prepared to offer him a jaw-dropping contract worth €1 billion. However, the length of the contract remains unknown.
The Saudi Arabian football community believes signing Vinicius Jr. would create a global sensation, proving the league’s ability to attract world-class players in their prime.
As revealed last year, Saudi dealmakers eyeing up Vinicius Junior as one of their main targets for summer 2026.
Real still want the Brazilian to extend but talks put on hold when Xabi Alonso was at the club.
Al-Ahli the main Saudi club discussed for Vini Jr with a €1bn… pic.twitter.com/t6eMFrxGT5
— Ben Jacobs (@JacobsBen) January 22, 2026
Vinicius Jr.’s contract situation serves as an encouragement for Al-Ahli, and they are hoping he will delay negotiations for as long as possible.
Real Madrid, meanwhile, are optimistic about keeping the player for the foreseeable future. Xabi Alonso’s departure has changed Vinicius’ renewal situation, with reports suggesting that he is now much happier in the Spanish capital.
Vinicius Opens Up About Real Madrid Contract Situation
Vinicius Jr. delivered an excellent performance in Real Madrid’s 6-1 victory over AS Monaco in the Champions League on Tuesday night. He scored, provided two assists, and forced an own goal, winning the Player of the Match award for his contributions.
After the game, Vinicius Jr. opened up about his contract situation, expressing his desire to stay at the Santiago Bernabeu for the foreseeable future.
“I want to stay here for a long time,” said Vinicius (via TNT Brasil).
“There’s also a lot of talk about my contract renewal because I have another year left. We’re very relaxed about it. I trust the [Real Madrid] president [Florentino Perez], and he trusts me.”
Vinicius Jr is ONE assist away from being in T10 of all time in UCL assists history.
He’s only 25 years old. pic.twitter.com/5T4NnnZuKn
— Madrid Xtra (@MadridXtra) January 20, 2026
Talking about his relationship with club president Florentino Perez, the 25-year-old said:
“We have a very good relationship, and we’ll sort things out at the right time. We’re in no hurry to do that.”
Vinicius Jr. has played 352 games for Los Blancos since the start of the 2018/19 season, scoring 113 goals and providing 97 assists. He has won three LaLiga titles and two Champions League trophies, among other honours.
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