Arsenal hopes dashed after Vinícius Júnior extends Real Madrid contract to 2032

Vinícius Júnior has signed a new six-year contract with Real Madrid, extending his stay at the Bernabéu until 2032. The Brazilian forward had entered the final 12 months of his previous deal, prompting strong interest from Premier League champions Arsenal. The decision ends speculation over his future following a trophy-less 2025-26 Real Madrid season and the arrival of manager José Mourinho.