Real Madrid make Vinicius Jr improved contract offer

What the report says

Real Madrid have made an improved contract offer to Vinicius Jr as they try to secure the Brazil winger’s long-term future at the Bernabeu, according to BBC Sport Football. The 26-year-old is said to be in the final year of his current deal, with the club and his representatives having discussed a new contract for around 18 months. Those talks had reportedly stalled, but Real have now put fresh terms on the table and are waiting for his response.

The BBC reports that senior figures at Real, including returning head coach Jose Mourinho, are hopeful Vinicius will stay. Arsenal are monitoring the situation and are prepared to move more quickly if the player decides against renewing. The report says the Premier League club view him as their main target on the left wing should he become available.

Vinicius returned to Real this week for pre-season medical checks after his Brazil commitments. He joined the Spanish club in 2018 and has become one of their most important attackers, with 375 appearances and 128 goals in all competitions cited by BBC Sport. The situation matters because it could shape both Real’s attacking core and Arsenal’s transfer plans, while also reflecting the challenge for Real in balancing salary demands with their established pay structure.