The 2025 season has not lived up to the Brazilian’s performances compared to previous campaigns, and the arrival of Xabi Alonso — a coach with whom he never fully connected — has further complicated matters.
Fans have booed him on more than one occasion, with the player even going so far as to remove references to Real Madrid from his social media accounts. This complex situation is part of the now-stalled negotiations over the renewal of his contract, which expires in 2027.
According to The Guardian, Todd Boehly’s Chelsea are ready to take advantage of this rift — potentially as early as January — with a staggering offer of £135 million (around €160 million).
Such a fee would make Vinícius the most expensive signing in Premier League history.
Real Madrid now find themselves at a crossroads, risking losing him on a free transfer within the next 18 months: if he does not sign a new deal soon, a summer transfer becomes the most likely scenario.
