Vinicius Jr's contract renewal talks spark Arsenal interest
Brazilian winger Vinicius Jr. is in the final year of his Real Madrid contract, which expires in June 2027. The club and the player are negotiating a renewal; Vinicius is reportedly seeking around €20 million net per season, an increase over his current deal. Real Madrid have indicated that, if the renewal stalls, they prefer a transfer fee of at least €160 million (about R$900 million) rather than losing him on a free move.
Arsenal have been confirmed as monitoring the situation. The Premier League champions would consider signing the 26‑year‑old if he does not extend his Real contract, but no formal offer has been made and talks between the clubs have not begun. Other European clubs are also watching, but Arsenal’s interest has been highlighted by multiple sources. Real Madrid’s new coach José Mourinho has publicly stated he wants the Brazilian to stay, adding further complexity to the negotiations.