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Real Madrid Ready to Sell Vinicius Jr if He Rejects New Deal
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Real Madrid Ready to Sell Vinicius Jr if He Rejects New Deal

From Vanguard · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

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  • Real Madrid is prepared to sell winger Vinicius Junior this summer if he refuses to sign a new contract.
  • Arsenal is reportedly monitoring the situation, considering a move for the 25-year-old.
  • Vinicius has less than a year left on his current deal and could depart as a free agent next summer.

Real Madrid has issued an ultimatum to Brazilian winger Vinicius Junior: sign a new contract or be sold this summer. The Spanish giants are unwilling to risk losing the 25-year-old for nothing when his current deal expires next summer. They have presented a final contract offer, making it clear that no further negotiations or improved terms will be offered.

Arsenal is reportedly keeping a close eye on the developing situation, with the Premier League club considering a potential move for Vinicius before the transfer window closes. However, no formal offer has been made by the English side yet. The uncertainty surrounding Vinicius's future at Madrid is further compounded by the expected arrival of Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig, which would increase competition for his position.

Vinicius, who joined Real Madrid from Flamengo in 2018 for a reported ยฃ38.7 million, has become a pivotal player for the club. In 375 appearances, he has scored 128 goals and contributed significantly to 14 trophy wins, including three La Liga titles and two Champions League trophies. Despite his importance, Real Madrid appears unwilling to alter their existing salary structure to accommodate his demands.

The player himself is reportedly keen to resolve his future this summer and would prefer not to leave the club as a free agent. His decision on Real Madrid's contract offer could be one of the most significant transfer developments of the summer window.

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Originally published by Vanguard in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.