Real Madrid have upped the ante with an improved contract offer for Vinicius Jr to block a potential move to Arsenal. The 26-year-old Brazilian has entered the final year of his current deal, sparking intense interest from the London club.
Arsenal are reportedly prepared to make Vinicius Jr their highest-paid player to lure him to the Emirates. Manager Mikel Arteta has already had talks with the forward as the Gunners try to reshape their frontline.
Vinicius Jr transfer news: Real Madrid's massive move
Real Madrid have raised their salary offer to reflect Vinicius Jr's importance to the squad following previous disagreements. The club aims to prevent the forward from leaving on a free transfer next year.
- The player previously demanded a salary of €28m (£24m).
- Real Madrid's offer has now been increased to bridge the gap.
- Jose Angel Sanchez and Juni Calafat led the negotiations.
Negotiations took place on Wednesday between the player's camp and Real Madrid's leadership. The previous gap between the club and the player was massive, but the new proposal changes everything.
Will Vinicius Jr stay at Real Madrid?
Vinicius Jr will likely stay at Real Madrid if he accepts the new terms, which include a substantial £9m loyalty bonus. The decision now rests entirely on the Brazilian star.
If the deal fails, Real Madrid face a nightmare scenario: selling him this summer or losing him for nothing in 2026. Wamma, the stakes could not be higher for the Spanish giants.
Interestingly, the club's new manager, Jose Mourinho, is eager to keep the winger as he looks to make a successful return to the Bernabeu. The man is cooking, and he wants his star man by his side.
What is the latest on Vinicius Jr and Arsenal?
Arsenal's pursuit of Vinicius Jr has hit a roadblock because Real Madrid's improved offer makes staying in Spain more attractive than a move to London.
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Source: Mirror
