Vinicius issues ultimatum! Real Madrid star threatens to leave over possible Rodri transfer
A major internal crisis is brewing at Real Madrid, linked to the club's transfer plans.
Details: According to El Nacional, attacking leader Vinicius Junior has delivered a stern ultimatum to the club's management. The Brazilian warned president Florentino Perez that he will leave the team immediately if the club signs Manchester City midfielder Rodri.
The reason behind Vinicius' radical stance is deeply personal, tracing back to the events of autumn 2024. Back then, Rodri edged out the Brazilian in the Ballon d'Or voting—a blow to Vinicius' pride that still stings.
The forward still considers that verdict an injustice and refuses to share the dressing room with a man he believes “stole” the world's top individual football prize from him.
Reminder: Real remain interested in signing Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konaté.
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