The storm clouds are gathering over the Santiago Bernabéu — and it’s not just because of the crushing defeat to Arsenal.
In the hours following Real Madrid’s humbling loss, Vinícius Jr. reportedly requested a private meeting with club president Florentino Pérez, sparking explosive rumors inside the Spanish capital.
Sources close to the club suggest the Brazilian winger is deeply frustrated, not just with the team’s recent form, but with the growing spotlight on Kylian Mbappé, whose arrival has shifted the dynamic both on and off the pitch.
Insiders claim that during the closed-door meeting, Vinícius voiced concerns about being sidelined, and may have even hinted at pushing for Mbappé’s exit in the near future. The tension between the two superstars, once brushed off as media fabrication, is now boiling beneath the surface.
This isn’t just a battle for minutes or goals — it’s a battle for identity, status, and the soul of Real Madrid’s future. With Mbappé rapidly becoming the face of the club, Vinícius is reportedly feeling the heat — and he’s not staying silent.
As the locker room grows increasingly divided, all eyes now turn to Florentino Pérez. Will he back the rising French icon… or the Brazilian who carried the club through its darkest hour?
One thing is certain:
There’s only room for one king at the Bernabéu.