Arsenal eye Vinicius Jr as contract talks loom

Vinicius Jr's Real Madrid contract expires next year, and Arsenal are ready to pounce.

What happened. Arsenal are interested in signing Vinicius Jr, whose Real Madrid contract expires next year, with talks expected this week.

• Arsenal willing to break the bank for the Brazil international.
• From January, clubs can open pre-contract talks for a free transfer in 2027.
• Real Madrid face a difficult decision if he doesn't extend.

Real Madrid must decide whether to sell or risk losing him for free.

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