Carlo Ancelotti has insisted Vinícius Júnior is "very happy" and "wants to make history at Real Madrid" despite interest in the star forward from the Saudi Pro League.

Carlo Ancelotti has insisted that Vinicius Junior is “very happy” at Real Madrid and “wants to make history” at the club amid speculation over his future. The 24-year-old was linked with a move abroad during last year’s transfer window and The Athletic reported in August 2024 that his representatives held discussions over a possible move to the Saudi Pro League (SPL).

Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti spoke about his winger Vinicius Jr.'s future and a potential exit to Saudi Arabia at a prematch press conference on Friday..

Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior has said he's focused on "continuing to develop and helping the biggest club in the world" despite interest from Saudi Arabia.