Vinicius Junior dismisses Saudi offer rumours

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti dismissed speculation about Vinicius Junior’s future on Friday, reiterating that the Brazilian star remained committed to the reigning European and Spanish champions.

Reports had surfaced in the Spanish media that Vinicius, 24, had received a lucrative offer from a Saudi Arabian club.

Addressing the rumours, Ancelotti stated during a press conference, “From what I’ve heard, as someone who has direct information from the player, is that he is very happy here and wants to make history at Real Madrid.”

The Italian coach added, “You have to ask him, I don’t know if this offer arrives or not. I can say what I see: a happy player, who is making history and who wants to continue like this.”

Vinicius, who will miss Real Madrid’s weekend fixture against Valladolid due to a two-match suspension, was praised by Ancelotti for his resilience.

“Not playing tomorrow will be good for him to recover, to work calmly,” the 65-year-old coach said. “He will make the most of these days. And he’ll be fresh at the key moment.”

When asked if repeated questions about Vinicius bothered him, Ancelotti responded with composure.

“No, these days I’ve been getting too angry at press conferences and I shouldn’t do that. And I know why. It’s something I’ve reflected on these days. No, I’m not bothered by Vinicius questions.”