What happened. Mikel Arteta has taken charge of Arsenal's bid to sign Vinicius Junior, telling the forward he would be a key part of their silverware quest. The Brazilian has one year left on his contract and is meeting Real Madrid directors after his summer break.

Vinicius has one year remaining on his Real Madrid contract.
Arsenal's project would largely revolve around the 26-year-old.
A fee could reach £130 million to secure his signature.

Vinicius's decision is expected after his meeting with Real Madrid's directors.

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