Erling Haaland Tops Real Madrid’s Wishlist as Vinicius Jr Rejects Contract Offer
Real Madrid have set their sights on Manchester City’s Erling Haaland as their primary transfer target, as uncertainty continues to surround Vinicius Jr’s future at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Real Madrid’s Dream Attack: Haaland Targeted as Vinicius Talks Stall
Despite reports suggesting Vinicius is close to signing a contract extension until 2030, sources close to the Brazilian forward have denied any agreement.
His representatives claim that Madrid have made only one formal renewal offer, which fell short of the player’s expectations.
While Los Blancos reportedly tabled a £14.5 million-a-year package with bonuses, Vinicius is said to be holding out for a figure closer to the £25 million Cristiano Ronaldo once earned in Madrid.
The standoff has put Europe’s elite clubs on alert, but none more so than Manchester City, who now find themselves in a precarious position. According to The Athletic, Real Madrid view Haaland as their “dream” signing should Vinicius exit the club.
Club president Florentino Pérez has long admired the Norwegian striker and remains keen to bring him to the Spanish capital after missing out in 2022.
With Kylian Mbappé expected to occupy the left-wing role next season, Haaland’s arrival would complete a fearsome front three that could dominate Europe for years.
However, prising Haaland away from City won’t be easy—or cheap. The 24-year-old recently extended his contract until 2034, meaning Real Madrid would need to smash the world transfer record to lure him away.
Transfermarkt values Haaland at £170 million, but the fee could soar beyond £200 million.
For now, the ball remains in Vinicius Jr’s court. A move to Saudi Arabia, despite the astronomical £166 million per year offer, seems unlikely given his ambitions to win the Ballon d’Or.
Still, the uncertainty surrounding his contract has given Real Madrid reason to explore alternatives—and Haaland sits firmly at the top of that list.
As City brace themselves for a potential summer saga, Madrid’s interest in their star striker adds a new twist to the transfer drama brewing in Europe.