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Vinicius Junior Declines Contract Renewal Amid Coach Tensions

11/24/2025

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Vinicius Junior, Real Madrid forward, informed Real Madrid that he will not renew his contract, with his deal running until June 2027.
The decision arises amid ongoing tensions with head coach Xabi Alonso, who has frequently substituted him.
The tensions culminated in a heated outburst during a recent Clasico against Barcelona.
Real Madrid's management remains concerned that the discord complicates negotiations and threatens team dynamics, despite reports of a potential extension.

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Vinicius Junior, Real Madrid forward, informed Real Madrid that he will not renew his contract, with his deal running until June 2027.
The decision arises amid ongoing tensions with head coach Xabi Alonso, who has frequently substituted him.
The tensions culminated in a heated outburst during a recent Clasico against Barcelona.
Real Madrid's management remains concerned that the discord complicates negotiations and threatens team dynamics, despite reports of a potential extension.