Vinícius Jr. reportedly unhappy with Real Madrid’s backing of Mbappé

Madrid Universal reported on Saturday, October 10, 2026, that Real Madrid may be facing a delicate issue involving Vinícius Júnior and Kylian Mbappé, with the Brazilian reportedly irritated by the club’s apparent decision to back the Frenchman in the Ballon d’Or race.

According to Madrid Universal, which cited journalist Mario Cortegana, a source close to a player who enjoys a positive relationship with both attackers indicated that Vinícius could be dissatisfied with Real Madrid’s perceived preference for Mbappé.

The report emerges at a time when Real Madrid’s performances and the effectiveness of their attacking partnership have come under scrutiny. The two forwards were expected to lead the club to greater achievements following the high expectations surrounding their combination.

Mbappé is said to have delivered an impressive individual season and believes his performances make him a serious contender for the Ballon d’Or. His goalscoring record has strengthened his argument, but failing to win major trophies could become a major disadvantage in his pursuit of the prestigious award.

The latest report also brings back previous suggestions that Mbappé was unhappy with Real Madrid because he felt the club had not done enough to support his ambitions of winning the Ballon d’Or.

The possibility that Vinícius may now share similar frustrations introduces another complication. However, there has been no direct statement from either the Brazilian forward or the club confirming that such tension exists.

Mbappé’s arrival at the Santiago Bernabéu raised hopes that he and Vinícius would form one of the most dangerous attacking partnerships in world football.

With their outstanding speed, technical skills and ability to score goals, the pair were expected to transform Real Madrid’s attack. Their individual qualities were also expected to complement one another, as opposing defenders focused on containing one forward and created opportunities for the other.

Despite those expectations, their partnership has yet to deliver consistently convincing results. Questions have arisen over their positioning, the tactical balance of the team and whether they are making the most of each other’s abilities.

The reported Ballon d’Or disagreement could intensify discussions about the relationship between the two stars. However, the claims alone do not establish that they have developed a personal dispute.

Real Madrid are under pressure to raise their level of performance, making harmony among the team’s leading figures particularly important.

While Mbappé is eager to establish himself as the world’s best player, Vinícius has already secured an important place in Real Madrid’s setup. Both players have legitimate reasons to want their contributions acknowledged, but personal recognition should never overshadow the club’s collective goals.

The responsibility will fall on Real Madrid’s leadership to make both forwards feel valued and encourage them to establish a stronger understanding on the pitch.

At this stage, the suggestion that Vinícius is annoyed with the club’s support for Mbappé remains unverified. It should not be treated as confirmation of a dressing-room conflict.

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