Real Madrid steps up plans to keep Vinicius away from Arsenal

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·6 August 2026

Real Madrid steps up plans to keep Vinicius away from Arsenal

Real Madrid have offered Vinicius Junior a new contract, with the proposal including a significant salary increase that could bring him closer to remaining at the club.

Talks between the attacker’s representatives and the club have resumed over the renewal of his current deal, while Arsenal continue to wait in the hope of signing him. The Gunners believe they have an opportunity to bring one of football’s biggest stars to the Premier League, highlighting the ambition behind their interest.

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Vinicius has reportedly shown positive indications that he would be open to a move to the Premier League if he does not extend his contract with the Spanish club.

The latest developments have added further intrigue to the situation as Arsenal continue to monitor any progress regarding his long-term future.

Real Madrid Await a Decision

According to the Athletic, Real Madrid’s latest contract offer is closer to the terms that Vinicius has been seeking from the club.

The Spanish side remain determined to keep the forward, and a decision regarding his future is now expected as soon as possible. Vinicius has recently returned to training after representing Brazil at the World Cup this summer and is focused on regaining full fitness and reaching his highest level of performance for the team.

His immediate priority remains preparing for the new season, even as speculation surrounding his future continues.

Social Media Activity Sparks Discussion

While Arsenal continue to monitor the situation, the Metro reports that Vinicius has sent Gooners into meltdown after completely removing content from his Instagram account.

There are no photographs on his profile and he also no longer has a biography, prompting further discussion among supporters. The changes could simply indicate that he intends to upload a new collection of photographs and add a new biography.

Although the social media activity has generated widespread speculation, there has been no official indication that it is connected to his contract situation. For now, attention remains on whether Vinicius will agree a new deal with Real Madrid or allow uncertainty over his future to continue.

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