Man Utd are ready to spend 150 million euros on Vinicius Junior.
Manchester United are set to break their transfer record with a bid of around €150 million for Vinicius Junior, amid concerns about the Real Madrid star's inconsistent form under Xabi Alonso.
Manchester United are reportedly willing to offer around €150 million to sign Vinicius Junior, a fee that could break their own record and even surpass the highest ever Premier League transfer fee. This move is aimed at immediately addressing the attacking threat that manager Ruben Amorim considers crucial for the next phase of the season.
Man Utd's plan to upgrade their attack.
Having spent heavily this summer to bring in Benjamin Sesko, Bryan Mbeumo, Matheus Cunha, Senne Lammens and Diego Leon, Manchester United are not yet finished with their rebuilding. According to Fichajes, manager Ruben Amorim's priority target is Vinicius Junior – a player he sees as key to immediately upgrading the attack.
Vinicius's background at Real Madrid
Vinicius's role was once irreplaceable under Carlo Ancelotti. However, his initial period working with coach Xabi Alonso proved difficult: he was frequently benched, lost his starting place, and expressed dissatisfaction. Real Madrid want to extend his contract until 2027, but Vinicius is reportedly unwilling to sign a new one due to a strained relationship with Alonso.
According to CaughtOffside, Manchester United have contacted Vinicius's agent to explore the possibility of signing him. However, there is no clear indication that the deal could be completed during the winter transfer window.
The numbers show the impact.
Manchester United's proposed offer is around €150 million, far exceeding their current transfer record of £89 million for Paul Pogba in 2016, and "even surpassing the highest ever Premier League offer," according to sources. At Real Madrid, Vinicius is among the highest-paid players, earning around £425,000 per week.
Professionally, the 25-year-old's influence remains evident: after 18 matches this season, he has 5 goals and 6 assists, notably 2 assists in the 4-3 victory against Olympiakos in the Champions League.
| Category | Data | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated fee | Approximately 150 million euros | According to Fichajes |
| Man Utd's transfer record | 89 million pounds | Paul Pogba, 2016 |
| Current salary | £425,000/week | Belongs to the top group at Real Madrid |
| Performance this season | 18 matches, 5 goals, 6 assists | Includes 2 assists in the 4-3 win against Olympiakos (UCL) |
| Contract framework | Proposal to extend until 2027 | Vinicius is reportedly unwilling to sign a new contract. |
The transfer race and the hurdles.
Man Utd understand they are not alone. Liverpool, Manchester City, and several teams in Saudi Arabia are reportedly monitoring Vinicius. Despite the uncertainty, Real Madrid are unlikely to let him go as Vinicius remains a top-valued asset.
If tensions with manager Xabi Alonso don't ease, the summer of 2026 – when his contract enters its final year – could become a major turning point. Manchester United want to be in a position to be ready should the opportunity arise.
Potential impact on Ruben Amorim's project
Man Utd believe a blockbuster signing could give Amorim a boost in his rebuilding process. Vinicius – according to internal assessments – is a piece that can make an immediate difference in the attacking line, while also sending a strong message about the club's ambition to compete.
