BBC: Real Madrid hopes to make a decision in the summer window, if Vinicius does not renew his contract, he may consider selling him

BBC reported that Vinicius is in hot form this season, but there is still uncertainty in the future.

Vinicius once again showed his magic against Villarreal on Saturday, helping Real Madrid win 3-1. Despite finishing second in last year's Ballon d'Or voting, Vinicius appears to have accepted Mbappe's role as the heart of the team's attack. The two cooperated tacitly on the court, helping Real Madrid reach the top of the La Liga standings. Behind the scenes, however, the 25-year-old Brazilian's future at Real Madrid has never been more uncertain. Although he has won three La Liga titles and two Champions League titles, renewal talks have been slow to progress.

Some people praised him as a symbol of hope, while others accused him of being arrogant. No matter what he does, he will be questioned. The current good performance has temporarily silenced the criticism, but critics are always eyeing him, ready to attack any mistakes he makes.

In addition, with the arrival of Alonso, Vinicius's role in the team has also changed. He is no longer the absolute main force on the left, but has become one of several options. The club hope to make a decision before next summer and may consider parting ways if Vinicius does not renew his contract.

The hostility Vinicius suffered in Spain was real, as evidenced by specific incidents and legal decisions. He was insulted on pitches across Spain and even had a black mannequin wearing his jersey hung from a bridge. He has also seen Valencia and Mallorca fans punished for racist behavior, thanks in large part to La Liga's efforts to ensure such behavior is not condoned in the justice system.

As a black player, playing in Spain means being under constant scrutiny. Every movement becomes evidence of cultural judgment, every expression is judged through a gaze that demands submission. Spanish football insists it is against racism, but that may be part of the problem. Prejudice is not shouted out loud, but implied through comments and tone of voice. This is the life of Vinicius: being himself and being constantly judged by others’ comfort levels. This struggle plays out every week on the field and in the studio.

His dance is both joy and defiance, and his anger is not willful but protective. Today's players are no longer silent icons, they are global citizens, performers, brand ambassadors and sometimes activists. Visibility is a tool. Vinicius understood that his existence and his resistance had meaning. However, the public did not recognize his courage and instead interpreted it as a provocation. He is misunderstood because his presence shakes up old ideas about who has the power to define respect.

He also represents something else - the transformation of football players into part of the public narrative. The modern player not only plays football but also creates an identity through social media, sponsorships and personal branding.

Yamal’s birthday celebrations are lavish, illuminated, and spectacular, the hallmark of this new world. His display could be seen as an embrace of authenticity. Vinicius, however, was treated differently. He's high-profile, but at the intersection of his voice, race and modern celebrity culture is a figure of both sociological and sporting significance. The winger is emblematic of a new generation of athletes who refuse to shrink themselves to fit into other people's comfort zones. Vinicius doesn't need to change for Spain to understand him, Spain needs to change to understand itself.