Three clubs are preparing to try to sign Vinicius Jr

The future of Vinicius Jr is up in the air again as several European clubs hope he won't renew with Real Madrid.

Raúl Cabrera Jiménez | 26 Jul 2026 | 08.30
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Three clubs are preparing to attempt the signing of Vinicius Jr
Three clubs are preparing to attempt the signing of Vinicius Jr

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The Real Madrid transfer market faces a new challenge regarding the future of Vinicius Jr, the 26-year-old Brazilian winger whose contract expires on June 30, 2027. Arsenal, Manchester City, and Paris Saint-Germain are monitoring the situation and could try to sign him during this summer transfer window.

The Brazilian enters the final year of his contract without an extension agreement yet. This allows interested clubs to approach the player, although any immediate departure would require negotiating a transfer with the Madrid club.

Arsenal Makes a Move for Vinicius Jr

Mikel Arteta's team is the most active suitor lately. Arsenal aims to sign Vinicius Jr as a top choice to strengthen the left wing and is monitoring the discussions regarding his renewal.

Official negotiations with Real Madrid have not taken place yet. The English club awaits the player's final stance before deciding on presenting an offer in the upcoming weeks.

Vinicius shares a representation agency with Yan Diomande, another forward linked to transfers among various European clubs. This connection provides Arsenal with insights into the contractual conditions the Brazilian would demand.

The winger arrived in Madrid in 2018 after the club agreed to his transfer from Flamengo for around 46 million euros. His current contract includes a 1 billion euros release clause, although any potential sale would be negotiated for a different amount.

Arsenal exploring deal for Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior - The Athletic

Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain Keep an Eye on Real Madrid

Manchester City is also monitoring the player's contract situation. The London club seeks to maintain a squad with forwards capable of playing in multiple positions, but there is no formal offer at the moment.

Paris Saint-Germain rounds off the trio of teams potentially eyeing the player. The French entity has the financial capacity to handle both a transfer fee and the player's salary, yet they have not started official negotiations with Real Madrid either.

Chelsea has been rumored in different dealings involving the Madrid side but is not among the three clubs currently showing the most interest in Vinicius.

The economic situation of a potential agreement will depend on the timing. Madrid's negotiating leverage would decrease if the player reaches January 2027 without renewing his contract, as he could then freely negotiate a deal for the following season.

Real Madrid Aims to Prevent a Free Transfer

The club's priority is to resolve the renewal before the contract's final stretch. Vinicius has previously expressed his desire to stay, but the parties must still agree on the extension's duration and salary terms.

During the 2025-2026 season, the forward scored 17 goals and provided 13 assists in his first 44 matches across all competitions. His performance, age, and remaining contract year will be the three key elements in determining his valuation.

Arsenal may hasten if discussions stall again. Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain are awaiting a similar scenario, while Chelsea has not taken concrete steps to enter the race.

The next move will be the expected meeting between the player and Real Madrid after his vacation. If no progress is made, the club will have to choose between entertaining offers this summer or risking Vinicius Jr reaching 2027 without extending his contract.

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