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Contract renewal of Real Madrid superstar only a matter of timing – report
Real Madrid have been locked in contract talks with Vinicius Jr. for quite some time now.
The Brazilian international’s contract at Santiago Bernabeu expires at the end of next season, meaning there are only 14 months left before the attacker becomes a free agent.
Real Madrid are not too keen on offloading Vinicius and want to secure his long-term future at the Bernabeu. After all, he is expected to remain a focal point of the Real Madrid setup next season alongside Kylian Mbappe.
Contract announcement only a matter of timing
A recent report from Diario AS has offered an optimistic update on Vinicius Jr. and his contract situation at Real Madrid.
As per the report, it is only a matter of time before the Brazilian’s new contract. Real Madrid are convinced that the forward will stay at Bernabeu.
The plan for Vinicius is to travel to the United States this summer and report to Carlo Ancelotti ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while having signed the new deal at Real Madrid.
That means between now and the start of the World Cup, Real Madrid are expected to announce the new deal that will secure the long-term future of the attacker.
It is no secret that Los Blancos have been apprehensive about Vinicius’ hefty salary demands, refusing to put him in the same bracket as the team’s star player, Mbappe.
But it appears both sides have made concessions and are now confident that the deal will go through. They are now waiting for the ideal time to announce the deal.
Vinicius’ contract extension will be a relief for the Spanish giants, as they hope for the Brazilian to bring his best form back next season.
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Mourinho considering starting 23-year-old Real Madrid ace against Villarreal – report
After impressing during the international break, Eduardo Camavinga has a major opportunity to establish himself in Real Madrid’s midfield rotation.
Indeed, according to Defensa Central, Jose Mourinho is considering starting the Frenchman against Villarreal, with injuries and doubts over several players limiting his options.
Real Madrid cannot afford to drop points against Villarreal if they want to remain in the title race. However, Mourinho has issues to deal with in the squad, which could lead him to turn to Camavinga for a crucial role.
Camavinga could replace Tchouameni in midfield
The 23-year-old star could line up as the defensive midfielder in the double pivot, with Bernardo Silva or Arda Guler alongside him, and will be tasked with providing balance in midfield.
Real Madrid face Villarreal with several problems in central defence. Ibrahima Konate is expected to be a late call, leading Mourinho to consider moving Aurelien Tchouameni into defence alongside Antonio Rudiger.
Meanwhile, Federico Valverde could also struggle to be ready after the ankle injury he sustained in the derby before the international break.
The Uruguayan has continued to work individually away from the group and might return to group training tomorrow. Even then, his readiness to start remains in question.
That would leave a place open in midfield, with Camavinga in line to fill in.
Camavinga impressed during the international break
Camavinga has started only one match this season, the defeat against Real Betis.
Despite his limited opportunities, Mourinho is keen to bring the Frenchman back into the fold after he impressed for France during the international break.
Zinedine Zidane called the Real Madrid star up for his first France squad, and the midfielder performed well during the break.
That has given Mourinho and Real Madrid reason to be optimistic about using him against Villarreal, with the hope that he can move closer to the level he showed after first arriving at the club.
Therefore, the Villarreal match could represent an important test for Camavinga and a chance for the Frenchman to show that he can provide the balance Real Madrid need in midfield.
Hala_Madrid
April 19, 2026 at 6:22 pm
Big mistake. There are better left wingers. Madrid should sell Vinicius and use the funds to bolster multiple needed positions for the team to compete. I hope this is fake news.