Vinicius Jr’s eye-watering wage demands at Real Madrid revealed as Brazilian superstar demands to be highest-paid player in squad ahead of Kylian Mbappe

Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior has put the brakes on discussions regarding a contract extension, sparking growing uncertainty about his long-term future in the Spanish capital. The Brazilian has less than two years remaining on his current deal, and at this stage, his representatives have decided to step away from the negotiating table entirely, at least for the foreseeable future.