REAL MADRID star Vinicius Junior is set to be offered a huge new contract which includes a staggering "anti-state clause".

The clause is thought to be a plot to thwart mega-rich clubs like Newcastle and PSG from snatching him away.

The 21-year-old Brazilian forward enjoyed a breathtaking season for Carlo Ancelotti's side as he scored 22 goals and provided 20 assists in 52 matches.

He was instrumental in helping Real Madrid regain the LaLiga title with several games to spare.

And he also played a pivotal role in the club becoming European champions for a 14th time, netting the only goal in the final against Liverpool.

Now Marca are reporting that Vinicius is set to be rewarded for his performances with a new deal.

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It is thought that an agreement between the player and club is close and that an official announcement will come in July.

The final stumbling block is the length of the deal.

Vinicius' current contract expires in 2024, with Madrid keen to extend it to 2028.

However, the South American – who is set to more than double his wages from £2.77million per year to £8.67m – would prefer it to run until 2026 or 2027.

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But it is the release clause which is the most eye-catching part of the new contract.

Vinicius already has a release clause of £300m but that is set to be increased to a remarkable £870m.

This is being dubbed the "anti-state clause" as it will be an attempt to deter clubs such as Paris Saint-Germain and Newcastle who are funded by the nations of Qatar and Saudi Arabia respectively from trying to sign him.

Vinicius joined Real Madrid from Flamengo in 2018 for £38m and has already played 170 times for the club.

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