La Liga: Vinicius dismisses Saudi transfer rumour, pledges future to Madrid

Vinicius has silenced rumours of a lucrative move to Saudi Arabia, stating he wants to stay at Real Madrid for “many more years” in an interview published on Friday.

“Being able to continue making history here is very important for me and my family. I hope to stay with the team for many more years,” he told club media.

Spanish media had reported that Vinicius, 24, had received a massive offer to join a club in Saudi Arabia, which has attracted stars such as Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar in recent years.

Vinicius scored his 100th goal for Real Madrid during a Champions League fixture against Salzburg last week, joining a select group of legends including Cristiano Ronaldo, Karim Benzema, Raul, Alfredo Di Stefano, and his Brazilian compatriot Ronaldo.

“I came here as a boy, at 18, with lots of dreams. I never thought I would score so many goals in such a short time,” he added in the interview.

“Entering the club’s history is very tough because so many players and legends have scored so many goals and won so much. To be alongside them is important, and it was something I dreamed of.”

The Brazil forward is available for selection again for Real Madrid’s trip to Espanyol in La Liga on Saturday after serving a two-match suspension for a red card.

The reigning Spanish and European champions are currently top of the table, four points clear of city rivals Atletico Madrid and seven ahead of Barcelona.

AFP