Vinicius Junior is thinking about leaving Real Madrid after losing the Ballon d’Or

There’s ongoing discussion about Brazilian international Vinicius Junior, a vital player for Real Madrid, and his ambitions for the Ballon d’Or. However, recent news indicates he may be closer to leaving the club.

The Ballon d’Or award, presented by “France Football,” was announced yesterday, with Manchester City’s Rodri taking the title, and Vinicius’s second-place finish came as a surprise.

According to the Brazilian outlet “Noite de Copa,” the chances of Vinicius moving to Saudi Arabia have significantly increased after he didn’t win the award. The report noted that he was previously tempted by an offer from Saudi club Al-Ahly and nearly accepted it, but ultimately turned it down in hopes of winning the Ballon d’Or with Real Madrid.

Vinicius now feels disappointed by club president Florentino Perez’s lack of support in the face of harsh criticism from France Football and UEFA. While the Brazilian outlet didn’t disclose Al-Ahly’s current stance, further developments are expected soon. It’s also uncertain if Al-Hilal will enter the race for his signature.