Neymar Warns Vinicius About Leaving Real Madrid for Saudi Arabia: “It’s V…”
Saudi Arabia is making a strong push to sign Vinícius Júnior, aiming to make him the new face of their growing football project. The financial offer on the table is massive, but before making a decision, Vinícius has turned to Neymar for advice.
Neymar’s Warning to Vinícius
Having recently left Saudi Arabia, Neymar has given Vinícius a candid perspective on life and football there. He acknowledged that the lifestyle is luxurious, with top-tier comforts for players and their families. However, he also made it clear that football in Saudi Arabia is very different from Europe, with less pressure but also fewer opportunities to compete against the world’s best—something that can only be experienced in the Champions League.
Cultural differences also play a role, and Neymar pointed out that some players struggle to adapt or need a long time to adjust.
A Historic Offer on the Horizon
Reports suggest that a Saudi club is preparing a record-breaking offer for Vinícius:
- €300 million transfer fee for Real Madrid
- €200 million net per season for five years
Such an offer is difficult to refuse, but given that Vinícius is only 25, staying in Europe’s elite competitions remains the logical choice for now.
Vinícius’ Priorities and Contract Talks
At the moment, Vinícius is fully focused on winning titles with Real Madrid. He has not received a formal offer from Saudi Arabia yet and intends to discuss his future with the club at the end of the season. His contract runs until 2027, meaning there is no urgency to decide now.
He has repeatedly stated that he wants to make history at the best club in the world, and a move to Saudi Arabia at this stage of his career seems unlikely—but in football, nothing is impossible.
Seeking a Salary Increase
One key factor in upcoming contract talks will be salary negotiations. Vinícius, recently crowned The Best FIFA Men’s Player, sees himself as the best player in the world and wants a salary close to that of Kylian Mbappé, including potential signing bonuses.
Both Real Madrid and Vinícius know they need each other—Madrid relies on him for future success, while Vinícius needs the prestige of Los Blancos to cement his legacy. As the saying goes, “outside of Real Madrid, it gets very cold”, and there is no better place for Vinícius to continue building his career than at the Santiago Bernabéu.
