TransferFootball.LondonUnverified source· 6 Aug 2026
Vinicius Jr commits to Real Madrid, ending Arsenal pursuit
Vinicius Junior pledges 'forever' to Real Madrid after signing a new six-year deal.
Vinícius Júnior
player
Player
Vinicius Junior
Position
Winger
From
Real Madrid
To
Real Madrid (contract extension)
Contract length
Six years
What happened. Vinicius Junior signed a six-year contract extension with Real Madrid, ending Arsenal's interest in the Brazilian winger.
- Arsenal had shown concrete interest in Vinicius.
- His previous deal was set to expire next summer.
- Vinicius sent a 14-word message pledging allegiance.
“I am here to stay forever.”
— Vinicius Junior
The extension secures Vinicius's future at Real Madrid through the prime of his career.
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