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Real Madrid midfielder could be set for a shock loan move to Juventus this summer
Real Madrid are gearing up for major changes this summer, including Jose Mourinho coming in as the new head coach.
Although Mourinho’s return marks a reset, the fate of certain stars will not change, including Eduardo Camavinga, who looks increasingly likely to leave the Santiago Bernabeu after a horrid 2025/26 campaign.
Camavinga has already been linked with an exit, with Juventus now emerging as a potential suitor.
Loan move on the cards?
According to Gazzetta dello Sport, as cited by Defensa Central, Camavinga could leave Real Madrid on loan to Juventus this summer.
The arrangement would allow the Frenchman to remain a Real Madrid player, something he has consistently expressed a desire for, while getting regular minutes in one of Europe’s top leagues.
The Italian report comes amid growing indications that Mourinho does not have Camavinga in his plans for next season.
Real Madrid prefer a permanent sale
However, those within Real Madrid believe a permanent sale would be the more sensible solution.
With Camavinga contracted until 2029, the club’s hierarchy estimates he could fetch between €35 and €40 million, a fee that would free up both wages and squad space for Mourinho’s rebuild.
This is hardly surprising as Camavinga has never nailed down a regular starting position across five seasons at the club, and his failure to develop as expected.
This is coupled with recurring injuries and the notorious red card against Bayern Munich, which has worn thin with the fanbase and the hierarchy alike.
To make things worse, Camavinga was omitted from France’s World Cup squad as well, which indicates simply how much the midfielder’s stock has fallen.
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Real Madrid dressing room heavyweight raises concern over Vinicius: “We have to make him happy again”
One of the major sagas of the summer transfer window was the contract renewal involving Vinicius Junior.
Real Madrid and Vinicius had been in talks over a new deal for a significant period, and there were stages when it felt like an agreement might not be reached.
However, in the end, the film had a happy ending, with the 26-year-old putting pen to paper on a new deal at the club.
Despite the new deal, there are some concerns over Vinicius that have now reached the dressing room.
As quoted by Diario AS, an unnamed dressing-room heavyweight approached Mourinho after the game and expressed worry about the treatment Vinicius is receiving from a section of the Bernabeu crowd.
“Worried about Vini
The concern came after Vinicius was heavily whistled when he was substituted late in the Inter match, despite producing one of his stronger collective performances of the season.
“Boss, I am worried about Vini,” the senior player told Mourinho.
“After everything he has done for Madrid over the years, the way part of the fans have treated him is not normal. We have to make him happy again.”
This is no longer only about outside criticism or Mourinho publicly defending one of his forwards. The dressing room itself has recognised that Vinicius may need support.
Mourinho still sees Vinicius as untouchable
Despite how the crowd have been treating the 26-year-old, within the club, there is no doubt about what Vinicius brings to the table.
Mourinho sees him as one of the first names on the team sheet and an untouchable player in his plans for the club.
To his credit, the Brazilian has shown far greater defensive commitment and a willingness to sacrifice himself for the sake of his team.
This has undoubtedly led Mourinho to appreciate the effort, and the manager is determined to help Vinicius return to his best level.
Madrid need to protect one of their key players
That approach makes sense.
Vinicius has spent years carrying enormous attacking responsibility at Madrid. A difficult spell should not suddenly erase what he has already shown he can provide.
If Mourinho, the president and the dressing room are all united behind Vinicius, that support could be decisive.
It is high time the Bernabeu crowd also got behind their talisman and gave him the support he deserves.
The Brazilian will also have to become more consistent with his performances, and it remains to be seen how Mourinho addresses this situation.
