FootballTransfers reported that Arsenal could revive their interest in Vinicius Junior next year. FootballTransfers also reported that Real Madrid secured a comeback win against Roma after Vinicius Junior's substitution, then beat Sevilla on Sunday and RB Leipzig on Wednesday, raising questions about his future.
Arsenal's interest
FootballTransfers reported that Arsenal were keen to sign Vinicius Junior ahead of the 2026-27 campaign. FootballTransfers also reported that bolstering Mikel Arteta's attack remains Arsenal's priority in the market after the club failed to land a replacement for the departed Gabriel Martinelli before Transfer Deadline Day.
Recent Real Madrid matches
Real Madrid beat Sevilla on Sunday, with Vinicius Junior missing that win through suspension. Real Madrid also beat RB Leipzig on Wednesday, with Vinicius Junior starting and then being withdrawn in the 69th minute without a goal or an assist.
Yan Diomande replaced Vinicius Junior against RB Leipzig. Diomande then provided an assist for Kylian Mbappe before scoring four minutes later. FootballTransfers says Diomande has three goals and three assists in his last four games for Real Madrid.
Claims over his future
FootballTransfers says Vinicius Junior has registered four goal contributions in 11 games across all competitions for Real Madrid in 2026-27. FootballTransfers says rumours in Spain suggest that although Vinicius Junior recently signed a lucrative contract extension with Real Madrid, his long-term future at the club is not guaranteed.
Mourinho's comments
Los Blancos boss Jose Mourinho said when asked about the Brazil superstar: "If I were in his shoes, I probably wouldn't be here."
Mourinho also said: "I would have forced a move to a country where I'd be respected, but out of loyalty to Real Madrid and love for the club, he stayed."