The Athletic has reported that the player’s entourage continues to strongly deny an agreement on a contract extension. Negotiations remain open, with Vinicius Jr asking for a package of around €30million (£25.6m/$35.2m) per year that includes something unheard of at Madrid, a renewal bonus.

Vinicius Jr scored one and set up another as Real Madrid secured a 3-0 victory over RB Salzburg on Thursday to seal top spot in Group H and advance to the Club World Cup round of 16.

Vinicius Jr had two goal involvements, and Real Madrid turned in a far more complete attacking performance as they saw off RB Salzburg with a comfortable 3-0 win in Philadelphia to round out their Club World Cup group stage effort in agreeable fashion.