Florentino Pérez Gives Vinícius the Same Treatment as Cristiano Ronaldo
Vinícius Júnior’s contract renewal with Real Madrid puts the Brazilian in a category reserved for the club’s biggest stars: he will earn a salary similar to what Cristiano Ronaldo received while continuing to wear the iconic No. 7 shirt.
Real Madrid’s commitment to Vinícius Júnior is absolute. The Brazilian forward has renewed his contract through 2032, and the new agreement not only guarantees his future at the club for years to come but also puts him financially in territory once occupied by Cristiano Ronaldo.
According to Marca, Vinícius will earn around €22 million per season, a figure similar to what Cristiano Ronaldo received under his final contract with Real Madrid before leaving for Juventus in 2018.
The move reflects Florentino Pérez’s confidence in one of the most important players in the current Real Madrid project.
Vinícius Inherits More Than the No. 7
The comparison with Cristiano Ronaldo goes beyond salary. Vinícius also wears the iconic No. 7 shirt, a number the Portuguese superstar turned into a symbol of a historic era at the Santiago Bernabéu.
Since arriving from Flamengo, the Brazilian has come a long way to establish himself as one of Real Madrid’s main attacking figures. His performances in major matches, particularly in the Champions League, have established him as a player capable of delivering on the biggest stages.
His renewal through 2032 now confirms that the club’s hierarchy wants him to remain one of the cornerstones of the team for years to come.
The Huge Challenge of Following in Cristiano’s Footsteps
Earning a salary comparable to Cristiano Ronaldo’s and wearing the same number inevitably raises expectations. However, matching the Portuguese star’s legacy represents a much greater challenge.
Cristiano left Real Madrid as the club’s all-time leading scorer and won four Champions League titles during his time in the Spanish capital. His impact went far beyond statistics and established him as one of the greatest legends in the club’s history.
Vinícius, meanwhile, still has several years ahead of him to continue building his own story. He already has trophies, decisive goals and memorable performances to his name, but his new contract raises the level of responsibility even further.
With this renewal, Florentino Pérez has made his position clear: he considers the Brazilian a fundamental part of Real Madrid’s future and is prepared to reward him like a true superstar.
The salary is there, the No. 7 is his and the club’s confidence is unquestionable. The next challenge for Vinícius will be proving whether he can turn all that backing into a legacy capable of approaching the one Cristiano Ronaldo built at the Santiago Bernabéu.
