Nothing short of a bombshell story has surfaced at La Liga giants Real Madrid early this week.This comes amid confirmation that Blancos star Vinícius Jr. has informed the club that he does not

Vinicius Junior has told Real Madrid that he does not want to renew his contract while his relationship with head coach Xabi Alonso remains so strained.

Real Madrid head coach Xabi Alonso has insisted that his team "never gave up" against Elche, with the Spaniard standing strong amid the recent speculation surrounding his future at Bernabeu.

Vinicius Junior has reportedly 'informed' Real Madrid that he does not intend to extend his contract until there are changes at the club.

Vinicius Jr is reportedly not willing to renew his contract with Real Madrid while his relationship with coach Xabi Alonso remains "tense". This is highlighted by journalist Mario Cortegana from The Athletic this Monday (24). Vini Jr. has even informed Real president Florentino Pérez about this decision.

Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso has adamantly denied that his team have "fallen apart" despite a recent string of disappointing results, culminating in a 2-2 draw against Elche. While admitting that they "can't be happy" with their latest setback,

Vinicius Junior has been one of Real Madrid's most important players over the last five years. Despite this, the relationship between the two parties seems to have changed radically, and his contract renewal with the LaLiga side has not progressed as expected.