Real Madrid are close to agreeing a contract extension with Vinicius Jr after discussions began in January amid interest from Saudi Arabia to sign FIFA's Player of the Year to a record-breaking deal,

Vinicius Jr had the last laugh over Manchester City fans after Real Madrid’s thrilling Champions League comeback. City looked to be in control of the first leg of Tuesday’s play-off at the Etihad but goals from Brahim Diaz and Jude Bellingham saw Los Blancos draw first blood ahead of the second leg in Madrid next week,

Injuries have not slowed Real Madrid, as they remain unbeaten in three straight matches, including a win over Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City. However, Vinicius Jr.’s renewal is stealing the spotlight,

Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti is tired of answering questions about speculation linking forward Vinicius Jr with a move to Saudi Arabia and said on Friday that he wanted to focus on how well the player was performing.

Carlo Ancelotti is “sick of hearing” questions relating to the future of Vinicius Jr but insists he is not concerned Real Madrid may lose the winger to a team from Saudi Arabia.

After securing a comeback 3-2 win over Manchester City in the first leg of their UEFA Champions League knockout playoff tie, Real Madrid have one foot through the door for the Round of 16.However,