Real Madrid star Vinicius Jnr ‘rejects Saudi Pro League switch’ dashing PIF hopes of making the Brazilian ‘the face of the division ahead of 2034 World Cup’
- Vinicius Junior has turned down the chance to move to the Saudi Pro League
- The Real Madrid winger was approached by PIF for a lucrative transfer
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Vinicius Junior has reportedly turned down the chance of a lucrative move to the Saudi Pro League.
According to The Athletic, the winger’s representatives were approached by the delegation of the Public Investment Fund, which operates on behalf of the country’s Ministry of Sports.
PIF wanted to convince Vinicius to become the face of the competition in the run-up to the 2034 World Cup, which will be held in Saudi Arabia.
However, Real Madrid have no intention of selling Vinicius and the player is keen to stay at the club and continue working under Carlo Ancelotti.
Vinicius, whose current contract runs until 2027, includes a €1 billion (£855 million) release clause.
Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior has turned down the chance to move to Saudi Arabia
Vinicius wants to stay with Carlo Ancelotti’s team because he wants to win the Ballon d’Or
Saudi Arabia wanted to make Vinicius the face of the competition for the 2034 World Cup
The report reveals that the Brazil international is keen to win the Ballon d’Or while playing for Real Madrid.
FIFA will announce the host countries for the 2034 World Cup on December 11. Saudi Arabia’s candidacy is currently undisputed.
Vinicius has played 264 games for Real so far, scoring 83 goals and providing 75 assists.
He won the Champions League twice, the La Liga title three times and the Copa del Rey.
