This analysis ranks potential future clubs for Vinicius Junior, exploring various scenarios for the talented forward’s career path in European football.
A recent report by football news outlet FotMob has ranked the potential destinations for Real Madrid star Vinícius Júnior, placing Saudi Pro League club Al Ahli at the top of the list.
The ranking comes amid continued speculation regarding the Brazilian forward’s long-term future in the Spanish capital, particularly following an on-field fracas and substitution controversy during the recent El Clásico victory over Barcelona.
Reports have suggested that the 25-year-old’s position at the club could become untenable should he fail to sign a new contract, potentially prompting a summer sale by Real Madrid next year.
FotMob’s analysis suggests that the transfer scenario for the electrifying winger is binary, stating: “In reality, it’s Real Madrid or Saudi Arabia for Vinícius Júnior. The electric samba star is exactly the player the Saudi Pro League craves.”
The Saudi league, which already features high-profile names like Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema, is reportedly seeking a player of Vinícius Júnior’s global standing and age profile to fundamentally shift the sport’s current balance of power.
The publication reveals the significant financial muscle behind the pursuit, mentioning “reports of a billion-dollar proposal being sent the 25-year-old’s way to function as the face of Saudi football.”
While Al Ahli is named as the most likely destination among the Saudi clubs, the report notes that the league is prepared to be patient, with some sources suggesting they could even wait until 2028.
However, an earlier move is possible if they choose to capitalize on his current contractual situation at the Santiago Bernabéu.
FotMob assigned Al Ahli a “Likelihood rating: 6/10”, reflecting the seriousness of the Saudi interest despite the player’s clear importance to Real Madrid.
The ranking makes it evident that any move away from the Bernabéu is expected to be dictated by the wealth and ambition of the Middle Eastern leagues.