Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior makes decision on Arsenal transfer

Arsenal are reportedly exploring a transfer move for Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Junior (Picture: Getty)

Vinicius Junior intends to reach a resolution on his delicate contract situation at Real Madrid and is not currently entertaining interest from Arsenal, according to reports in Spain.

A report from The Athletic on Saturday claimed Arsenal had been actively exploring a sensational move for Vinicius, with the idea said to have been ‘approved on all levels’ within the club’s hierarchy.

Vinicius has entered into the final 12 months of his current deal and the Gunners have been alerted to the precarious situation as they scour the market for attacking reinforcements ahead of the new campaign.

The news that Madrid have agreed personal terms with RB Leipzig star Yan Diomande has only fuelled rumours that Vinicius’ days with Los Blancos could be numbered after a glittering eight-year stay at the Bernabeu.

According to Spanish publication AS, Vinicius has ‘felt undervalued’ by incessant speculation linking Madrid with the likes of Julian Alvarez, Michael Olise and Diomande in recent months.

However, it’s claimed the 26-year-old Brazil international wants to stay put and his ‘priority’ is to agree an extension.

Vinicius wants to make the process as ‘easy’ as possible for all parties involved, keen to avoid a repeat of last summer’s episode, when contract talks came to an abrupt halt in the wake of the Club World Cup.

The Brazil forward is out of contract in 2027 (Picture: Getty)

Arsenal have been exploring a possible move for the 2024 Ballon d’Or runner-up (Picture: Getty)

This viewpoint is shared by Madrid’s hierarchy, who intend do everything in their power to strike a deal with Vinicius’ camp and put any doubts over the forward’s future to bed.

The report adds that contract discussions between Vinicius and Madrid are expected to resume next week once the winger has returned from his hometown Sao Goncalo, where he has been enjoying a short break.

Before making any knee-jerk decisions, though, Vinicius wants assurances from Madrid’s management over his role in Jose Mourinho’s first-team – and also whether his salary will reflect how he views his status in the world game.

Madrid have reportedly agreed person terms with Diomande (Picture: Ulrik Pedersen/NurPhoto/Shutterstock)

Mourinho has reportedly made it clear that he wishes to keep hold of the 2024 Ballon d’Or runner-up, already planning for life with a superstar frontline of Diomande, Mbappe and Vinicius, supported by Jude Bellingham.

Vinicius is said to be demanding wages of around €20million (£17m) net per season, an increase of €5m (£4.3m) on what he was earning after his last contract renewal in 2022.

Liverpool have also been linked with Vinicius this summer but their interest remains just that for the time being.