If Vinicius Leaves, Real Madrid Will Establish Mbappe as the Focal Point & Pursue Saliba

On February 7, French outlet RMC published an article discussing Real Madrid’s transfer plans, stating that if Vinícius Júnior intends to leave, the club will not force him to stay. Instead, Real Madrid will establish Kylian Mbappé as the tactical centerpiece of the team and pursue Arsenal center-back William Saliba.

According to RMC, Florentino Pérez and his team have already begun planning for next season.

Vinícius’ Uncertain Future
One of Real Madrid’s key discussions this summer will revolve around Vinícius Júnior. The Brazilian forward has received a massive offer from Saudi Arabia, which includes a five-year contract worth a staggering €1 billion in total salary.

Vinícius has not hidden his temptation by this unprecedented offer. Over the past few weeks, he has been at the center of criticism in Madrid and across Spain, with his attitude coming under heavy scrutiny. Meanwhile, Mbappé’s performances have been increasingly impressive, making Vinícius’ underwhelming form stand out even more, failing to silence his doubters.

If Vinícius decides to leave, Real Madrid will not attempt to keep him at all costs. His departure would bring in a significant transfer fee, with sources suggesting that the fee could exceed €220 million, which would make him the most expensive player in football history.

Mbappé to Become the Tactical Focal Point
Vinícius’ exit would streamline Real Madrid’s attacking setup, allowing Mbappé to fully establish himself as the team’s tactical centerpiece and reclaim the left-wing position. In this scenario, Real Madrid would seek a true No.9 to pair with the French superstar in attack.



Saliba Identified as Defensive Priority
Another key area Real Madrid is focusing on is their defensive line, with the club having already identified William Saliba as their top target.

However, Arsenal is unlikely to let the French center-back leave easily. The Gunners reportedly consider Saliba one of the best defenders in the world, and they are expected to demand an astronomical transfer fee to fend off Real Madrid’s interest.

There are even rumors that if Saliba were to leave Arsenal, his transfer fee could break records, making him the most expensive defender in football history.