Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationGiveMeSportUnverified source· 6 Aug 2026
Arsenal Urged to Sign £140m Barcola Over Vini Jr
With Vinicius Junior set to stay at Real Madrid, Arsenal are told to turn to a keen £140m forward.
B. Barcola
player
Player
Bradley Barcola
Reported fee
£140m
Linked club
Arsenal
What happened. Arsenal have been linked with Vinicius Junior, but he is set to sign a new contract at Real Madrid. The article suggests Arsenal should instead pursue Bradley Barcola, who is reportedly keen to join.
- Vinicius Junior is set to sign a new contract at Real Madrid.
- Barcola is described as an 'elite' forward and is keen on a move.
- The suggested fee for Barcola is £140m.
Arsenal must decide on their attacking targets as Vinicius Junior stays put.
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