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Vinicius Junior's Struggles: Declining Form and Future Uncertain

1/2/2026

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Vinicius Junior's performance for Real Madrid has been underwhelming this year.
He expressed a desire to leave due to limited playing time under coach Xabi Alonso.
His minutes have increased recently.
It has been 15 games since Vinicius Junior last scored.
Kylian Mbappé is currently viewed as the leading Ballon d'Or contender, reflecting Vinicius Junior's diminished standing since last year's debate when he was seen as a contender over Rodri.

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Story summary

Vinicius Junior's performance for Real Madrid has been underwhelming this year.
He expressed a desire to leave due to limited playing time under coach Xabi Alonso.
His minutes have increased recently.
It has been 15 games since Vinicius Junior last scored.
Kylian Mbappé is currently viewed as the leading Ballon d'Or contender, reflecting Vinicius Junior's diminished standing since last year's debate when he was seen as a contender over Rodri.