DAILY THREAD | Aug 1, 2026

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Vinicius Junior left winger of Real Madrid and Brazil celebrates after scoring his sides first goal during the LaLiga EA Sports match between Sevilla FC and Real Madrid CF at Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan on May 17, 2026 in Seville, Spain. (Photo by Jose Breton/Pics Action/NurPhoto via Getty Images) | NurPhoto via Getty Images

The Daily Merengue is a place where you can feel free to discuss all things football. Do not be alarmed by the overt RMCF bias. It’s in the name! Shoutout to the mods who do a fantastic job Kung_Fu_Zizou, Juninho, NeRObutBlanco, Felipejack, Ezek Ix and yours truly, Valyrian Steel.

Time to focus on the Vini situation.​

NEW: The primary issue with Viní Jr.’s renewal is the bonus.

Real Madrid believe that it should be lower than what a free agent signing would make.

Vinícius’ camp argue that what he's asking for is CONSIDERABLY LOWER than what the club would pay for a replacement. @geglobopic.twitter.com/Egm9ekZW3O

— Madrid Zone (@theMadridZone) August 1, 2026

JUST IN: Viní Jr. is in NO RUSH to sort out his contract situation as he can come to an agreement in January for FREE with any club he wants. @geglobopic.twitter.com/7l0Ymayhzq

— Madrid Zone (@theMadridZone) August 1, 2026

JUST IN: Real Madrid will NOT reach January without deciding on Vinícius’ future.

The club believes ALL scenarios are possible, including a departure.

The player wants to RENEW, but his demands have to align with the club’s offer. @ellargueropic.twitter.com/SrNGUwiqHn

— Madrid Zone (@theMadridZone) August 1, 2026

Friendly season gets underway.​

Our squad for the match!
@acffiorentinapic.twitter.com/dx6ytRJZnk

— Real Madrid C.F. (@realmadriden) July 31, 2026

️ Madridistas, here’s our August calendar!@VisitDubaipic.twitter.com/181QUZU076

— Real Madrid C.F. (@realmadriden) July 31, 2026

Who could the potential targets be?​

CONFIRMED: Jose Mourinho wants a new CB signing. @ellargueropic.twitter.com/tLOTodmd94

— Madrid Xtra (@MadridXtra) July 31, 2026

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