Spanish media have shared their perspectives on the possibility of Vinicius Jr joining Arsenal. The Real Madrid winger has been linked with the Gunners, but formal talks between the clubs have not yet started.
Contract Situation and Price Tag
The 26-year-old is entering the final 12 months of his contract. If Real cannot secure an extension, they may consider selling to avoid losing him for free next summer. Several Spanish newspapers have assessed the likelihood of a transfer.
Sport reports that Real president Florentino Perez has set a non-negotiable fee of £136 million (€160 million). The outlet understands the club will not accept any offer below that figure for Vinicius. This fee is considered an initial payment, with additional add-ons including performance bonuses and trophies. If Arsenal meet these demands, Sport sees no obstacle to the deal going through.
Vinicius's Wage Demands
Marca is less confident about the transfer. The newspaper states that Vinicius is demanding at least £25 million (€30 million) per season to bring his salary close to Kylian Mbappe's. They believe contract extension negotiations are entering a "delicate phase," and if these conditions are not met, the winger's future is unclear.
Potential Replacement
Cadena SER suggests that the arrival of Yan Diomande could signal the end of Vinicius in Spain. The media outlet claims Real's pursuit of the Ivory Coast international shows the club moving into a new era. The La Liga giants saw an £85.4 million bid rejected by RB Leipzig and are now submitting an improved offer, believing a deal can be done.
The pair would compete for the left wing spot. Real's growing interest in Diomande is interpreted by the media as a hint that Vinicius is on his way out. They admitted there is a scenario where both wingers remain in Spain, but Vinicius's recent links to Arsenal could mean the 19-year-old is his replacement under Jose Mourinho.
