Real Madrid resets player salary scale with new Vinicius Jr contract

Real Madrid has increased the salary of forward Vinicius Jr as part of a contract renewal that runs until 2032. The new deal brings the 26-year-old’s annual cost to approximately €48 million, placing him on the same compensation tier as teammate Kylian Mbappe. Analyst Ramon Alvarez de Mon indicates that this agreement establishes a new salary scale for the club's top players. Despite the higher wage expenditure, the club maintains that its overall wage bill remains controlled relative to its revenue. This financial flexibility was supported by the recent departures of veteran players including David Alaba, Luka Modric, and Dani Carvajal. Looking ahead, the club faces potential wage-management challenges regarding future negotiations with Jude Bellingham, whose current contract expires in 2029.

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