Carlo Ancelotti Quashes Vinicius Transfer Rumors
Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has dismissed recent reports linking star forward Vinicius Junior with a move to the Saudi Pro League as mere speculation. The Italian tactician expressed confidence in the Brazilian’s commitment to the club and his role in the team’s upcoming season.
Reports around the world this week claimed the striker had received an approach from the Middle East, although it was unclear which club were interested in Vinicius’ services. However, there have been suggestions that Madrid could receive a world record bid for the Brazil international.
But Ancelotti is confident that Vinicius’ career will continue in the Spanish capital and the 24-year-old is eager to win more titles with Madrid.
When asked at the press conference ahead of the UEFA Super Cup against Atalanta if there was any truth to the reports about Vinicio, Ancelotti replied: “There is nothing at all.
“There’s just speculation, at this time in the [transfer] market, which closes on August 31, there’s just speculation, nothing else.
“Of course, speculation doesn’t affect [Vinicius]. He’s here, he wants to be here. He wants to do his best and help Real Madrid.
“We have our project and we continue in that. We have a squad of great quality. We’ve lost important players and we’ve brought in others who have to adapt. We have to work to maintain the atmosphere, and the commitment, which was the key last year.”
Vinicius, who moved to Real Madrid in 2018 after leaving boyhood club Flamengo, is tied to the Spanish giants until 2027. He will prove to be a vital figure for the club in the 2024/25 season as they hope to retain both La Liga, so champions. League titles along with new signing Kylian Mbappe.
Los Blancos kick off their La Liga campaign this weekend with a trip to Mallorca.
