Striker, who has not scored in 14 consecutive games, was substituted in the match against Sevilla and whistled by Madrid fans #DAZNLaLiga
Santiago Cañizares, renowned Spanish international, former Real Madrid, Valencia and Celta goalkeeper, harshly criticized the Brazilian international, stating that the striker does not justify the high salary he demands
Negotiations between Vinícius and Real Madrid management to renew the contract reached an impasse. It seems that it is increasingly likely that one of the key players could leave the Bernabéu, as neither party shows any intention of giving in. The Brazilian footballer demands a salary of 30 million euros per season, while the club offers around 20 million, a value close to his current salary. Due to the great difference in demands, an agreement is not envisaged.
Santiago Cañizares, former club goalkeeper merengueconsiders that neither Vinícius, nor many other Real Madrid players, deserve the salaries currently paid to them.
«His salary, judging by what he shows on the field, does not correspond to the values being negotiated. However, in the same way, other Real Madrid players on the field also do not justify the money the club pays them”, he said, speaking to Cadena COPE.
It seems that the Real Madrid public have also lost patience with Vinícius. This was evident during the game against Sevilla, when the fans whistled him when he was substituted.
Such a reaction has certainly affected the 25-year-old striker, who is aware that he needs to put in significantly better performances and that his status in Madrid is unenviable.
«Vinícius is telling his agent to push hard, because the contract is short and will end soon. He is also telling the club that they should pay for the expectations and for what he was, because he was a great player who almost won the Ballon d’Or and won a Champions League title, scoring goals”, added Santiago Cañizares.
This season, Vinicius has been in the shadow of Kylian Mbappé. In 30 games played, he recorded a modest performance of six goals and nine assists.
Santiago Cañizares, born in Madrid, came through all of Real’s youth teams. Although he initially did not have a chance in the first team, his journey, via Elche, Mérida and Celta, took him back to Madrid in 1994.
However, in four years, he only played 55 games. He achieved true glory at Valencia, wearing the shirt 413 times, becoming a club legend and member of one of the most successful generations in its history. For the Spanish national team, he defended the colors on 46 occasions.
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