Overview
- Fabrizio Romano reports Chelsea have neither made nor planned an offer for Vinícius Júnior, and the player is not looking to leave in January.
- Vinícius’s deal runs to June 2027, with renewal talks described as stalled over salary demands reportedly seeking parity with Kylian Mbappé.
- Earlier coverage from The Guardian and others outlined Chelsea interest at around €150m, including a mooted €125m plus €25m in add-ons structure.
- Spanish TV program El Chiringuito suggested Chelsea are not a realistic destination because the club would not meet the winger’s wages.
- Real Madrid are portrayed as weighing a high-value sale if terms clash with their wage principles, as the player’s dip in form and recent boos from supporters add pressure to the stalemate.