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Topics: Real Madrid, Vinicius Jr, Football
Marcus Chan
Real Madrid have reportedly drawn up a three-man shortlist as they see as potential replacements for Vinicius Jr.
On Saturday, Madrid lost ground in the race to become La Liga champions after a poor performance against Valencia.
In front of an expectant crowd inside the Bernabeu, Valencia took the lead through Mouctar Diakhaby with 15 minutes on the clock.
Vinicius equalised in the 50th minute but a stoppage-time goal from Hugo Duro sealed a shock 2-1 victory for the visitors.
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After Barcelona drew with Real Betis, Madrid are now four points behind Hansi Flick's men.
Despite scoring against Valencia, it was speculated that Vinicius was booed by a section of the Madrid crowd inside the Bernabeu.
Now, it has been claimed that Madrid could be planning for a future without the Brazilian star.
As reported by Spanish news outlet Fichajes, Madrid are 'seriously considering' selling Vinicius in the summer transfer window.
It has been suggested that despite being one of the team's key players, Vinicius is losing support due to 'inconsistency, a lack of discipline on and off the pitch, and a growing sense that he has plateaued'.
The likes of manager Carlo Ancelotti and president Florentino Perez are discussing whether to cash in with Saudi Arabian clubs said to have shown interest.
As a result, a three-man shortlist has been drawn up by Los Blancos, which includes Sporting Clube de Portugal talisman Viktor Gyokeres, AC Milan star Rafael Leao and Napoli's Victor Osimhen.
Swedish international Gyokeres is set to be one of the most sought-after players this summer, having been linked with the likes of Arsenal, Manchester United and Paris Saint Germain.
Meanwhile, Leao has impressed at Milan and it has been claimed that Madrid have long admired the Portuguese winger.
Lastly, Madrid have also been tracking Osimhen, who is currently on loan at Turkish Super Lig side Galatasaray. Parent club Napoli are said to be open to offers in the summer.