Negotiations over a new contract for Vinícius Júnior at Real Madrid remain stalled, a source has told ESPN, and there is now a scenario where talks do not resume until after the 2026 World Cup .

The forward's current deal at the Bernabéu expires in June 2027, meaning the Brazil international and Ballon d'Or runner-up would enter the final year of his contract at the club with his future still unresolved.

ESPN has reported that Vinícius' relationship with coach Xabi Alonso has been strained in recent months, with the star being left out of the starting XI four times, and Vinícius reacting angrily to being substituted in October's Clásico .

The player's renewal situation could still change, the source said, but no progress has been made for some time.

In May this year, the club

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