Vinicius Jr. has firmly dismissed rumors of a lucrative transfer to Saudi Arabia, declaring his intention to remain at Real Madrid for “many more years.” In an interview with club media published on Friday, the Brazilian forward emphasized the importance of continuing to make history with Real Madrid for himself and his family, expressing his hope for a long-term future with the team. This statement comes amidst reports from Spanish media of a substantial offer from a Saudi Arabian club, following the trend of high-profile players like Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar moving to the Saudi Pro League.
The 24-year-old recently marked a significant milestone, scoring his 100th goal for Real Madrid during a Champions League match against Salzburg.
This achievement places him among an elite group of club legends, including Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema, Raul, Alfredo Di Stefano, and his fellow Brazilian icon, Ronaldo. Vinicius reflected on his journey since arriving at the club as an 18-year-old with “lots of dreams,” acknowledging he never anticipated scoring so many goals in such a short time. He expressed the difficulty of entering the club’s history, given the numerous legendary players who have achieved so much, and highlighted the significance of being counted among them, describing it as a dream come true.
Vinicius’s availability for selection returns for Real Madrid’s La Liga match against Espanyol on Saturday after serving a two-match suspension. His return is a boost for the reigning Spanish and European champions, who currently lead the La Liga table, holding a four-point advantage over city rivals Atletico Madrid and a seven-point lead over Barcelona.
