JUST IN: Arsenal are reportedly monitoring the situation of Vinícius Júnior, but there is no agreement or formal bid at this stage. Recent reports suggest the Gunners are interested because his contract with Real Madrid has not yet been extended, although discussions over a new deal are expected to continue.
According to today’s reports:
Arsenal have internally discussed the possibility of signing Vinícius if he becomes available.
No official negotiations with Real Madrid have been reported.
His wages and transfer fee would make any deal extremely difficult.
Real Madrid still want to keep him and are expected to push for a contract renewal.
As things stand, Arsenal’s interest appears to be genuine, but the move is still in the early stages and depends heavily on whether Vinícius signs a new contract with Real Madrid.