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Vinícius Jr transfer: Arsenal wage offer

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2026-07-27 18:49 UTC → 2026-07-28 10:03 UTC · added removed

Negotiations over Vinícius Jr.’s future remain at an impasse stalled as Vinícius Jr. approaches the final year of his Real Madrid contract expires on 30 contract, which runs until June 2027. The Spanish club has kept Real maintain a non‑negotiable €160 million price tag and, according to recent reports, and a €1 billion release clause, insisting any buyer meet the €160 million valuation. Vinícius stating they will not sell for less. The Brazilian winger is reportedly seeking a salary of about reported to be demanding roughly €30 million per year – roughly €570 000 a week – year in wages, well above Real Madrid’s Real’s €20 million offer. Arsenal, the reigning Premier League champions, have prepared a contract that been preparing what would exceed £400 000 per week, become the highest club’s highest‑paid contract. Reports on 26 July said the Gunners are ready to offer a weekly wage in of around £470,000 – exceeding the club’s history, £400,000‑a‑week figure previously discussed – while still awaiting an official bid. The club has confirmed Vinícius as its top summer target and would give says it is prepared to out‑bid rivals such as PSG and Manchester City. By 27 July, talks between the player almost 100 % of his image‑right revenues, compared with and Real Madrid had stalled, prompting speculation that the 50 % share at Madrid. Spanish side could be forced to sell to avoid losing him on a free transfer next summer. José Mourinho publicly urged Madrid to retain the winger, reiterating the club’s resistance to any offer that does not meet the €160 million valuation. Arsenal’s internal approval to pursue the Brazilian player was secured by in late July 2026, July, and on 27 July a record‑breaking bid was submitted, submitted on 27 July, potentially topping the €160 million demand and making Vinícius the highest‑paid player in Premier League history if the deal proceeds. Real Madrid’s management, led by José Mourinho and Florentino Pérez, have reiterated their resistance, warning that a sale would only be considered on the stipulated terms. Other clubs such as Liverpool, Manchester City, Paris Saint‑Germain and Fulham have been mentioned as possible suitors, but Arsenal remains the primary focus.

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  1. 2026-07-28 10:03 UTC Vinícius Jr transfer: Arsenal wage offer
  2. 2026-07-27 18:49 UTC Vinícius Jr transfer: Arsenal wage offer
  3. 2026-07-27 09:41 UTC Vinicius Jr transfer saga: €160m demand, Arsenal wage offer
  4. 2026-07-27 07:03 UTC Vinicius Jr transfer saga: €160m demand, Arsenal wage offer
  5. 2026-07-27 02:22 UTC Vinicius Jr transfer saga: €160m demand, Arsenal wage offer
  6. 2026-07-26 22:01 UTC Vinícius Jr renewal stall, Arsenal ready to meet wages
  7. 2026-07-26 19:45 UTC Vinícius renewal stall, Arsenal interest
  8. 2026-07-26 18:32 UTC Vinícius renewal stall, Arsenal interest
  9. 2026-07-26 17:22 UTC Vinícius renewal stall, Arsenal interest
  10. 2026-07-26 14:35 UTC Vinícius renewal stall, Mourinho integration
  11. 2026-07-26 13:23 UTC Vinícius renewal stall, Mourinho integration
  12. 2026-07-26 09:54 UTC Vinícius renewal stall, Mourinho integration
  13. 2026-07-26 07:46 UTC Vinícius renewal stall, Mourinho integration

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