Bombshell: Liverpool take first step towards Vinicius Jr deal
Liverpool have reportedly taken the first step towards a deal for Vinicius Jr. The Reds could strike a major blow to Real Madrid.
Liverpool entered the elite market in 2025, deciding for the first time in decades to approach record-breaking transfers. They did that with Florian Wirtz, first of all, as the German became their debut nine-figure signing.
He didn't remain the club-record signing for long, however. Liverpool went on to pay £130m for Alexander Isak to end the summer window, breaking the British transfer record in the process.
These are the kinds of deals Liverpool want to make, it appears. Big-money signings for proven quality - a departure from the way of doing things under Jurgen Klopp, you have to say.
And could there be an even bigger arrival on the way? Teamtalk reports that Liverpool have taken the first step towards a move for Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr.
The Reds are one of a few clubs who have been asked to be kept informed on his contract talks with Real Madrid. Should Vinicius opt to leave, Liverpool want to be in that race - and be in a proper position to sign him.
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We'll say that it's a very unlikely one, given the money involved, but there really isn't a bigger statement signing than the Brazilian. There's a very real chance he's available and if Liverpool decide he's worth the money he wants, they'll be one of those moving.
But a long way to go. Vinicius wants an awful lot of money from Real Madrid and some sizeable guarantees after losing some of his prominence once Kylian Mbappe joined the club.
Liverpool would need to be aware, then, that Vinicius would want to be the main man if he did head somewhere else - and exactly how good of an idea that is would be up for debate. As would just about everything about this deal, to be honest.
So no, we don't think Vinicius will end up at Anfield anytime soon. It is one to keep an eye on, however, as this could well become the major transfer story of the summer if things go a certain way.
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