Vinícius Júnior club next season: Odds and predictions

Vinícius Júnior is one of Real Madrid's key attacking figures and a cornerstone of the Brazilian national team. Over the past few years, he has evolved into one of the most recognisable footballers on the planet. His performances earned him FIFA's Best Men's Player award after a brilliant 2023/24 season. Last year was also a productive one. The 25-year-old winger scored 22 goals and made 19 assists across all competitions.

With all of Vinícius' achievements at the club, there's a lot of buzz surrounding his future, as his current deal with Real Madrid expires in June 2027. The date might seem distant, but the renewal talks have been put on hold mainly because of salary disagreements. It's rumoured that the club has given Vini Jr. an ultimatum to sign an extension by June 2026, or be sold to avoid losing him on a free transfer. Now that even Saudi Arabian clubs are circling, read our breakdown of possible clubs for Vinícius and the final prediction on where he might end up next season.

Bookmakers have already opened markets on where the Brazilian will play next season. With Real Madrid still leading the odds, strong competition is also emerging from abroad. Here are the latest Vinícius' next club odds, showing the current betting lines on his potential destination:

According to the latest odds, the most expected scenario is for Vinícius to stay in Madrid beyond the summer. Coach Xabi Alonso lets him feature regularly, even amid strong competition from Kylian Mbappé, Rodrygo, and Arda Güler. According to some sources, President Florentino Pérez still believes they can find a compromise if the player shows flexibility on salary. Staying in Madrid would also allow Vini Jr. to remain at the top level in European football, competing in the Champions League rather than venturing into a league still developing its global reputation.

🇧🇷 Vini Jr. this season:

• 7 games
• 3 goals
• 4 assists

WHAT. A. PLAYER. pic.twitter.com/oeU0jgFVIW

— Madrid Zone (@theMadridZone) September 27, 2025

The most discussed alternative to staying in Madrid is a move to Saudi Arabia. Over the past years, different clubs have spent extraordinary sums to lure stars from Europe's top leagues. This includes Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema, and even Neymar Jr. The Saudi Pro League has become a magnet for global icons. However, the tendency shows that the Saudis usually get their hands on players past their prime, but still want to compete and earn huge salaries. For Vinícius, the only realistic reason to make such a move would be financial, because Saudi clubs are ready to pay any price to make him the new face of their project.

Saudi Club Al-Ahli Negotiating with Vinícius Jr. https://t.co/ZIc5daVA73

— Footem (@footemxtra) October 11, 2025

Manchester City are closely monitoring Vinícius' situation. The team could make a major move if Real Madrid puts him on the market. Some rumours suggest that City are aiming to build a dream attack, putting Vini Jr. and Erling Haaland together. Coach Pep Guardiola repeatedly praised the skills of the Brazilian. He definitely sees him as the main winger for City's dynamic and fast-paced attacks. The club's Saudi-linked sponsors mean they could comfortably meet his salary demands and provide him with high-level competition in the Premier League.

Paris Saint-Germain were among the first clubs to react to reports of Vinícius' potential departure from Real Madrid. The French giants have admired the Brazilian for years. They even attempted to sign him in 2019, when Mbappe started to plan his move away from Paris. The club has financial strength, and it can make a proposal attractive enough for both Madrid and the player. On the other hand, Luis Enrique is unconvinced by Vinícius' free-spirited style. The coach thinks that his lack of discipline doesn't align with the team tactics. This could be one of the reasons why PSG stopped their pursuit at a certain point. Still, a renewed attempt can't be ruled out if the winger becomes officially available.

Vinicius Jr. was laughing on the bench after the 4-0 by PSG... 😮 pic.twitter.com/1UVKOPUk5f

— The Touchline | 𝐓 (@TouchlineX) July 9, 2025

Some reports say Arsenal have already been informed that Vinícius could be available next summer if his contract talks don't progress. Mikel Arteta is a big fan of the Brazilian and sees him as a player who could lift Arsenal's attack to another level. His speed and creativity are what the team is currently looking for. The challenge is his price and salary demands. Still, Arsenal's interest is real, and a Premier League move can't be ruled out. 

Rumour has it that the club legend Danny Murphy urged the Reds to "break the bank" for him as a replacement for Mohamed Salah. Liverpool have already spoken with the player's representatives and remain attentive to his contract situation at Real Madrid. Arne Slot is expected to rebuild the team's front line if Salah departs for Saudi Arabia. Vinícius' proven record at the top level makes him an ideal fit. The main obstacle remains his price tag and high wage demands, but Liverpool's ambition to stay among Europe's elite could push them to act boldly if Real Madrid decide to sell.

Vinicius Junior is one of the options for Liverpool in case Mo Salah leaves.
[@TheAthleticFC] pic.twitter.com/ucfax2FUyt

— Liverpool News (@LFCVine) September 11, 2023

Vini Jr. is clearly in demand, and if he does decide to leave Real Madrid, he's got quite a few options waiting for him. The Saudis are ready to make him one of the highest-paid players in football history, but the clubs in the Premier League could offer him a chance to stay at the very top of the game.

Still, we predict that the most likely outcome is Vinícius staying at Real Madrid. He is an important piece in the offence of Los Blancos, and his contract situation looks more like a matter of pride than a genuine wish to move. Vini feels the pressure of competing with world-class teammates and wants to be rewarded. Once things calm down, an extension seems the most realistic path forward.

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