Vinicius Junior drops hint about Real Madrid future amid Arsenal interest

Vinicius Junior is settling into pre-season training under new Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho, even as speculation about his future at the club continues. The Brazilian forward, a key player for Real Madrid in recent years, is in the final year of his contract, with reports suggesting ongoing negotiations between the player and the club. Premier League champions Arsenal are reportedly exploring a potential transfer.

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It has gone very well, getting to know the new coach and the new players, and training very hard.

Despite the uncertainty, Vinicius Junior expressed optimism about working with Mourinho. "Mourinho wants me to be as I have always been: happy, cheerful and playing my football," the player told Real Madrid TV. He described his second day of pre-season training as going "very well."

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Mourinho wants me to be as I have always been: happy, cheerful and playing my football.

Vinicius Junior has been a prolific scorer for Real Madrid, netting 128 goals and providing 100 assists. The club is reportedly reluctant to let the 26-year-old leave on a free transfer next year. After a busy summer playing for Brazil in the World Cup, where he was the team's top scorer with four goals, his focus is now on preparing for the upcoming season. "We have to prepare physically so that during the season we have fewer injuries and can count on everyone," he stated.

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We have to prepare physically so that during the season we have fewer injuries and can count on everyone.