Reports surfaced today that a call from Jose Mourinho shifted the momentum in Real Madrid’s contract renewal talks with Vinicius Jr.

The Brazilian star and the club had reached a standstill, as both sides refused to compromise on specific economic terms.

In recent days, however, optimism has grown regarding the player’s future at the club, even though Los Blancos maintain they will not overextend themselves to secure an agreement.

The conversation that changed it all

According to an update from Miguel Serrano, Mourinho advised Vinicius Jr. during their conversation to move past the disappointment of the FIFA World Cup.

Mourinho acknowledged the pain the player felt following Brazil’s elimination and reassured him that his performance was the only one worthy of the national team’s crest.

The coach further told the player he should not feel guilty or responsible for the outcome of the tournament.

Mourinho also spoke to the forward about his promising future at Real Madrid, urging him to remain with the club. Both parties ended the call feeling convinced and satisfied.

Real Madrid’s internal feeling

The same update indicates that Real Madrid and the agents for Vinicius Jr. feel optimistic following these recent discussions, noting that the negotiations are heading in the right direction.

Real Madrid believe the player wants to remain in Spain, a sentiment reinforced by his agent and close confidantes.

Club president Florentino Perez views the renewal as vital for the team’s future, noting that an extension is necessary to protect the club’s interests rather than simply preventing the player from leaving as a free agent.

Currently, the internal expectation is that the player will sign his renewal upon returning from vacation. Despite the recent social media saga involving his Instagram account, the club remains optimistic.