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Real Madrid Weighs Future of Star Trio Amid Flamengo Constraints
2/11/2026
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- Real Madrid is exploring how to optimize the performance of Mbappé, Vinícius Jr., and Bellingham.
- Flamengo president Luiz Eduardo Baptista says the club cannot afford to bring Vinícius Jr. back, despite Paquetá's arrival.
- Any transfer would require a salary far exceeding Flamengo's budget.
- Vinícius Jr., 25, wants to stay at Real Madrid beyond 2027, though extensions stalled.
- Baptista says Vinícius is welcome at Flamengo but he prefers Europe.
