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Real Madrid is willing to listen to offers to transfer Vinícius Júnior, a 26-year-old winger, in this summer transfer market, as reported by Pepe Álvarez. The Brazilian is on Arsenal's radar at the request of Mikel Arteta.
The Madrid board and coach José Mourinho do not consider the Brazilian international as an untouchable player after his contract extension stalled, which expires in June 2027, positioning Arsenal as the main club interested in completing his signing this summer.
Vinícius's Economic Demands and José Mourinho's Stance
According to journalist Pepe Álvarez, José Mourinho has informed the board that the player is not essential for his scheme at Real Madrid. The hierarchy led by Florentino Pérez refuses to pay the €80 million signing bonus demanded by the forward for renewal, as well as to concede 80% of his image rights.
Negotiations between Real Madrid and Roc Nation agency have been at a standstill for 12 months due to financial disagreements. With the risk of the player entering his final contract year and becoming a free agent in June 2027, the club prefers to negotiate his sale if an economic proposal satisfying his wage and transfer demands is received.
Arsenal, the Leading Contender for Vinícius's Signing
Arsenal has emerged as the top destination for the winger after formal discussions with his representatives. Sports analytics studies commissioned by the player's entourage point to London's team as the most compatible tactical setup in Europe, prompting the Gunners' board to internally approve the viability of the operation.
Despite keeping other market options open like Julián Álvarez, Arsenal has the necessary financial scope to meet the demands of the 26-year-old forward. The English club will wait for the outcome of discussions in Spain to formalize their move before the start of the Premier League.
Real Madrid's board and Vinícius's representatives will hold a crucial meeting before August 5, 2026, the date of his return to training.
If the parties fail to bridge the wage gap in this summit, Arsenal will submit their first official written offer to secure the transfer of the Brazilian forward in this transfer window.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, Vinícius, en la rampa de salida
