Vinicius Jr ‘threatens to quit’ Real Madrid over potential Rodri move

Vinicius Jr has reportedly warned Real Madrid that he will consider leaving the club if they complete a deal for Manchester City midfielder Rodri.

Tension at the Bernabeu

Reports from Spain suggest the Brazilian forward has issued an ultimatum to the club hierarchy regarding their summer transfer targets.

According to outlet El Nacional, the 24-year-old is unwilling to share a dressing room with the Manchester City playmaker.

Real Madrid have been tentatively linked with a move for the Spanish international as they look to strengthen their midfield options.

However, the potential arrival of the Premier League star appears to have caused significant friction behind the scenes.

The Ballon d’Or fallout

The reported hostility stems from the controversial outcome of the 2024 Ballon d’Or ceremony.

Rodri was awarded the Golden Ball ahead of the Real Madrid winger, a decision that led to the Spanish giants boycotting the event in Paris.

The club felt their talisman had been unfairly overlooked after a season where he drove Los Blancos to Champions League glory.

Instead, the award went to the defensive midfielder, who had been instrumental in Spain’s Euro 2024 triumph and Manchester City’s domestic dominance.

Sources suggest that Vinicius has not moved past the perceived snub and views the signing of his rival as a lack of support.

Squad harmony concerns

The report claims that French midfielder Eduardo Camavinga shares his team-mate’s concerns regarding the potential transfer.

Florentino Perez now faces a difficult balancing act as the club looks to navigate a crucial transfer window.

While the European champions remain keen to recruit the world’s best talent, maintaining harmony within a squad of high-profile stars is paramount.

Any move for the £52m-rated City star could now be shelved to ensure the retention of the club’s current leading goalscorer.