Vinicius Jr Trains in Total White Boots - Wants to Terminate Nike Deal
- Contract Dispute: Vinicius Jr. is seeking to terminate his contract with Nike, which runs until 2028, due to dissatisfaction with their treatment of him, particularly regarding his exclusion from certain advertising campaigns.
- Customized Footwear: Vinicius Jr. has been wearing customized, unbranded Nike Mercurial Vapor 14 boots, both blacked-out and white versions, as a form of protest against Nike.
- Potential Brand Switch: Puma is reportedly interested in signing Vinicius Jr. and Adidas is also monitoring the situation, indicating a potential shift in his sportswear sponsorship.
Update: From blackout to whiteout. Vinicius Jr has today trained in total white Nike Mercurial Vapor 14 football boots customized by @swithadot. They come without visible Swooshs but with a small black VJR logo - His contract with Nike is not officially over, but as he is unhappy with how the brand treats him and wants to terminate the deal, so he wears "unbranded" shoes.
Vinicius Jr Trains in Whiteout Nike Mercurial Vapor 14 Soccer Cleats
Update: Vinícius Júnior may not be wearing Nike shoes for much longer. The Real Madrid star winger wore customly blacked-out Nike Mercurial Vapor 14 cleats for the first half of Thursday's match against Valencia FC, having relied on the old-gen Volt Nike Mercurial Vapor 14 boots since October last year.
Vinicius Jr Blackout Nike Mercurial Football Boots For Valencia La Liga Match
Vinicius Jr put his well-known old-gen "Volt" Nike Mercurial Vapor 14 soccer cleats back on for the second half after an average performance in the first.
The 22-year-old Brazilian still has a contract with Nike until 2028, but his lawyers are working to end the relationship as soon as possible, and the split may already be complete.
Puma Favorites to Sign Vinicius Jr?
This news has sparked interest from other sportswear companies, particularly Puma, who has reportedly shown interest in signing the striker. Real Madrid's partner, Adidas, is also said to be closely monitoring the situation.
December 2022: Vinicius Jr Takes Legal Action to Terminate Nike Deal - Unhappy With Nike's Treatment
Vinicius Junior wants to terminate his contract with Nike as he is unhappy with how the brand treat him.
Vinicius Jr to Terminate Nike Contract
Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr is under contract with Nike until 2028 but is reportedly trying to cancel the deal over what he sees as poor treatment by the American brand. He has been sponsored by Nike since he was 13 years old but has allegedly hired lawyers to help him get out of the deal.
Vinicius Jr has been wearing older models of the Mercurial line at the World Cup and also for Real Madrid in previous months, seemingly in protest of what he considers unfair treatment. AS report that Nike's decision not to include him in certain advertising campaigns - which featured his teammates Richarlison and Rodrygo - is the main motivating factor in his desire to leave Nike, rather than any financial undervaluation. Vinicius Jr would be the second high profile Brazilian departure from the Swoosh after Neymar's switch to Puma a couple of years ago.
Do you think he is right to feel underappreciated by Nike? Should Nike try to reconcile with the player and keep him under contract? Let us know in the comments.
Vintage Football Shirts
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2004/05 Juventus Ibrahimovic #9 Home Shirt (L) Nike
2000/02 Netherlands Bergkamp #10 Away Shirt (XL) Nike
2018/19 Scotland Schools Adidas Training Jumper (XS)
2007/08 Real Madrid Cannavaro #5 C/L Third Shirt (XL) Adidas
1996/97 Real Madrid Away Shirt (L) Kelme
2015/16 Inter Milan Nagatomo #55 Third Shirt (M) Nike
1998 South Africa *Quinton Fortune Signed* Home Shirt (M) Kappa
1995/96 Mexico Home Shirt (L) ABA Sport
2003/04 Real Madrid Zidane #5 Third Shirt (L) Adidas
1978/80 Dallas Tornado *BNWT* Home Shirt (M) Admiral Nasl
Konyaspor 26-27 Special Kit Vote
Turkish Super Lig side Konyaspor has officially handed the design reins to its supporters by launching a fan vote to select the club's 2026-27 alternative kit, with three bespoke Hummel designs currently up for debate.
The "Anatolian Eagles" are offering a diverse menu of choices: a vibrant green-and-white checkered pattern that evokes a classic retro feel, a clean half-and-half vertical split with intricate chevron detailing on the sleeves, and a minimalist white base featuring a sharp green horizontal band across the chest.
In a nod to the club's heritage, the poll is scheduled to close this Friday, May 15 at exactly 19:22 - a tribute to the club’s founding year.
Vote here now: https://www.konyaspor.org.tr/forma-oylama
UEFA Unveil Official 2026 Champions League Final Jersey for Budapest
UEFA have officially unveiled the commemorative jersey for the 2026 Champions League final, set to take place at the Puskás Aréna on May 30, 2026. The limited-edition shirt celebrates the culture and architecture of Budapest, combining local inspiration with signature Champions League branding.
The jersey features a modern graphic design with abstract paint-splatter effects and architectural references inspired by the Hungarian capital. On the front, the shirt includes a stylized illustration of the Puskás Arena alongside the iconic Champions League starball logo, while the official Budapest 2026 final emblem appears centrally on the design. The back carries the number “26”, completing the event-specific identity.
UEFA will make the shirt available through the official Champions League store and selected retailers in Budapest ahead of the final. The jersey will also appear in EA Sports FC 26 Ultimate Team during a special in-game campaign running from May 23 to 30.
What do you think of UEFA’s official Budapest 2026 final jersey? Let us know in the comments below.
Jeonbuk Hyundai 2026 ‘Black Label’ Special Kit Released
Jeonbuk Hyundai Motors have revealed a new “Black Label” special kit, described by the club as an “unexpected charm” inspired by darkness, gold accents and a more intense visual identity.
The special edition was created together with artists Lee Yongwoo and Pipimik. According to the club, the design combines a quieter and more refined mood with stronger visual impact.
There is also a yellow kit - this serves as the keeper.
The “Black Label” jersey will first go on sale at the official club store from May 15 to 17 before an online release from May 19 to 21. Players are set to debut the shirt on May 17 against Gimcheon Sangmu FC.
FC Sion x Lydie&Sasha 26-26 Special Kit Released
FC Sion have unveiled a special-edition kit for the final home game of the 2025-26 season against FC Lugano. The unique shirt was created in collaboration with Valais-based graphic designers Lydie Sarrasin and Sasha Piaia, continuing the club’s recent tradition of working with local artists on special kits.
The design boasts a very more modern look. According to FC Sion, the shirt is intended as a bridge between generations, mixing classic football aesthetics with forward-looking visual elements. The kit will be worn in the final home match at the Stade de Tourbillon.
The limited-edition shirt will be sold exclusively on matchday in the stadium fanshop
