Real Madrid have reached a crucial stage in their contract negotiations with Vinicius Junior. The Spanish giants remain eager to keep one of their biggest stars.
But they are also determined to avoid a situation where the Brazil international enters the final stages of his contract without an agreement. Arsenal have been watching developments closely.
The Premier League club explored the possibility of signing the winger this summer. The Gunners believe they could finance a blockbuster move if contract talks in Madrid collapsed.
However, Real Madrid have now drawn a firm line. According to MARCA, the club have informed Vinicius Junior’s representatives that their latest contract proposal is final.
The report states that Real Madrid will not improve their current offer. If the 26-year-old accepts the terms, he will sign a new deal.
If he rejects them, the club are prepared to sell him this summer rather than risk losing him for free later. Real Madrid still want the winger to stay.
Club officials believe Vinicius deserves to be among the team’s highest earners after his performances in recent seasons.
However, they are unwilling to disrupt the dressing room’s wage structure by increasing their offer. The club are also planning for every scenario.
MARCA adds that the expected arrival of Yan Diomande would provide Jose Mourinho with another high-quality option across the front line.
That would reduce the team’s dependence on Vinicius if the contract dispute continues.
Despite Arsenal’s previous interest, the player’s preferred outcome remains a contract renewal at the Santiago Bernabeu.
For now, the decision rests with Vinicius as Real Madrid wait for his response to their final proposal.
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