Chelsea Target Real Madrid Foward, Vinicius

Chelsea is preparing a move for Vinicius Junior, a Brazilian winger for Real Madrid, who is prepared to use him as the mainstay of their attack.

According to Fichajes, the 24-year-old forward has caught the attention of Chelsea, though the Blues will likely face stiff competition from both PSG and Manchester United for his signature.

Vinicius had an outstanding season with Real Madrid last year, tallying 24 goals and providing 11 assists, crucially contributing to Los Blancos’ La Liga and UEFA Champions League triumphs.

Despite his impressive performance, he missed out on the Ballon d’Or, a decision that surprised many given his influence on the pitch.

A report by Caught Offside on Saturday noted that Chelsea’s interest comes at a time when Vinicius’s future at Real Madrid appears uncertain.

The Spanish giants are keen to secure his services with a new contract, as his current deal runs until 2027. However, it is reported that Vinicius recently rejected a renewal proposal, fueling speculation about a potential departure from the Santiago Bernabéu.

“The Spanish outfit is keen to tie him down to a new deal. Convincing them to sell the player could be quite difficult. Apparently, Vinicius has rejected the last renewal proposal from Real Madrid, and that has fueled further speculations surrounding his future,” the report said.