Desailly urges Real Madrid to sell Vinicius Jr., cites failed Mbappe partnership
Former France international Marcel Desailly, 58, told beIN Sports that Real Madrid should sell Vinicius Jr., arguing that his partnership with Kylian Mbappe has not been successful. He said, “I think Real Madrid should have let Vinicius leave. They need to look for other players… This partnership has not proven successful. So, in my personal opinion as an analyst, I think it would be better for him to leave.” Vinicius joined Madrid in 2018 and his contract runs to 2032.
For Nigerian fans who follow La Liga and Real Madrid, Vinicius is a key attacking player whose potential departure could shift team dynamics and affect match outcomes they watch. Desailly’s critique adds to ongoing debate about whether the star‑studded front line can gel, influencing expectations for the upcoming season. A sale could also free up wages and transfer funds for reinforcements.
Consider whether Vinicius’ individual brilliance outweighs the need for a more balanced squad, and if selling him could bring funds for reinforcements. Will you continue to back Vinicius as a fan, or would you support a transfer that might strengthen Real Madrid’s overall challenge for titles?