Arsenal are exploring a deal to sign Real Madrid winger Vinicius Junior, with the Brazil international having one year remaining on his contract at the Bernabéu. The interest is at an early stage, and there have been no club-to-club talks yet, but the idea has approval at all levels within Arsenal. Vinicius Junior is in the final 12 months of his contract, and Real Madrid may consider selling him rather than risking losing him for nothing in a year’s time. The 26-year-old has made 375 total appearances for Real Madrid, registering 128 goals and 100 assists. Arsenal’s interest in Vinicius Junior comes as they look to build on their recent success, and the addition of a player with his pedigree would provide the Gunners with an elite edge. Real Madrid have reportedly slapped a £137m price tag on Vinicius Junior, as talks over a new deal with the club have stalled.
