Many considered him the face of the future, one of Real Madrid’s most exciting players.
But football moves fast, and when results dip, the pressure builds quickly, especially at a club like this.
The Club World Cup was expected to be a showcase, a time for the team to shine with its new attacking force.
Instead, it ended in disappointment. Real Madrid fell to PSG miserably by 4-0 in the Club World Cup semi-final, and fingers have started pointing.
Inside the dressing room, there is frustration. Outside it, the media has sharpened its tone.
Fans are growing restless. The excitement that once surrounded this player now feels like a distant memory.
The chemistry that was supposed to develop with Kylian Mbappe never came.
Instead of a dynamic duo, Madrid saw two forwards moving on different pages.
That lack of understanding hurt the team’s rhythm.
It also exposed weaknesses that had been growing beneath the surface.
The player’s confidence looks shaken. His decision-making has slowed. His usual spark is missing.
When Real Madrid needed leaders, he struggled to step up. And now, patience is running out, even at the top.
According to Fichajes, Florentino Perez is no longer protecting Vinicius Jr the way he once did.
For the first time, a sale is being openly discussed. If a strong enough offer comes in, the club will consider it.
Saudi Arabian clubs are lurking. With their deep pockets and hunger for star names, they could tempt both Real Madrid and Vinicius Jr.
It would be a shocking exit, but one that no longer feels impossible.
Vinicius Jr was once the shining hope of the Bernabeu. He now finds himself closer to the door than ever before.
With Vinicius in the market, it will be interesting to see which club makes the first move for the Brazilian.
