Vinicius Jr endured whistles from the home crowd from kickoff in Real Madrid’s year-end win over Sevilla, with jeers peaking when he was substituted. It marked a second straight home match with backlash, following similar treatment after the Champions League defeat to Manchester City.

The Brazilian winger has gone scoreless across 14 matches spanning nearly three months, fueling visible frustration among supporters who expect more from a marquee figure. His immediate post-match switch to a Brazil profile picture on Instagram further stoked speculation about deepening discontent.

Contract Standoff Fuels Fan Divide

Negotiations over a new deal beyond 2027 remain stalled, with Vinicius reportedly hesitating on renewal amid perceived lack of fan backing and growing tension with coach Xabi Alonso. He has questioned his treatment, including angry reactions to earlier substitutions, while pushing for a sizable signing bonus the club is reluctant to grant.

Club insiders insist he retains full backing from teammates and management, framing the situation as repairable despite his uneven output this season. Fan patience, however, is thinning, a sharp contrast to the hero status he previously enjoyed.

Uncertain Path Forward at Valdebebas

Real Madrid’s leadership wants to resolve the rift quickly, aware that prolonged alienation could undermine both Vinicius’s confidence and dressing-room balance. Saudi interest remains a distant subplot, but the club favors reconciliation over any sale.

With Madrid chasing Barcelona in La Liga, pressure mounts on Vinicius to rediscover his cutting edge. The once-unbreakable bond now hangs in the balance, raising the question of whether the boos reflect fleeting frustration or a deeper fracture.