According to reports, Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior has turned down the club’s offer to wear the storied number 7 next season. For Los Blancos, the Brazilian wears the number 20 shirt.ESPN Brazil reports that Madrid offered Vinicius the number seven jersey, but he declined.
By doing so, he could have emulated Raul, Cristiano Ronaldo, Amancio, Raymond Kopa, Juanito, and Emilio Butragueno.In 2018, Vinicius paid €45 million to transfer from Flamengo to the Santiago Bernabeu. Before he joined Les Merengues for the first time, he wore number 25 with Mengo. In 2020, he returned to number 20.
According to Real Madrid Unofficial, the Brazilian said that his preferred shirt number has brought him luck in his career, which is why he decided to change it.”Number 20 has brought good fortune to me. I had a wonderful time in Flamengo, and I made my debut in number 20.
My most memorable games in proficient football were with this number, and this season, I had the chance to change, and I feel more good.”Eden Hazard’s departure from the club would likely have occurred if Vinicius had worn the number 7 jersey the following season.
The Belgian attacker is Real Madrid’s current number seven, but it is unclear whether he will stay at the Bernabeu. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the former Chelsea winger is likely to leave in the summer if he receives a favorable offer.
Nacho Fernandez of Real Madrid considers his options in light of rumors of a possible departure:
Fernandez, a defender for Real Madrid whose contract runs out at the end of the season, is contemplating his future at the Santiago Bernabeu. The 33-year-old is Carlo Ancelotti’s backup option, starting 20 of 31 competitive games.
According to Spanish publication AS, Premier League teams have expressed interest in Fernandez. The veteran defender has been the subject of attention from Wolverhampton Wanderers and Aston Villa.According to the aforementioned source, the Spaniard has stated that he has not yet made a decision regarding his future:
I’ve stated it numerous times following each game: I make an effort to live in the now. As I mentioned earlier, I’m living the best career moment. Because I didn’t feel even close to being important, I spent a regular moment. Now, everything is different.
It appears as though the situation has improved.He proceeded:Nothing about the agreement with Madrid will change.
I meet with the club each summer. together with my family and the coach, and we made our decision. Whether or not I have a contract, I live very calmly. Naturally, I’m content at the club now.