Arteta Urges Arsenal to Sign Vinicius Junior
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has asked the club’s board to consider a blockbuster move for Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior, according to reports.
The Touchline claims the Brazilian international is a long-term target for Arteta, who believes the 23-year-old is the marquee signing needed to take the Gunners’ attack to the next level.
Vinicius, currently valued at €140m by Transfermarkt—making him the fourth most valuable player in the world—is under contract with the Spanish giants until the summer of 2027. However, recent reports suggest contract negotiations have stalled, with Real Madrid allegedly only willing to extend his stay if he lowers his significant salary demands.
Since moving to the Bernabeu in 2018, Vinicius has established himself as one of Europe’s most lethal forwards. He enjoyed a stellar campaign last season, registering 22 goals and 14 assists in 53 appearances across all competitions..
