Real Madrid are facing a race against time to secure the future of Vinicius Junior as internal tensions and external interest from Arsenal threaten to end his era at the Santiago Bernabeu. With the Brazilian's current deal rapidly approaching its final stages, ex-Blancos goalkeeper Santi Canizares has questioned the board's handling of their prized asset.
Arsenal’s ambitious hopes of luring Vinicius Junior to the Emirates Stadium appear to have been dashed as the Brazilian superstar prepares to commit his future to Real Madrid. Despite significant interest from Mikel Arteta’s side, the winger is now expected to remain in the Spanish capital and play a pivotal role under new manager Jose Mourinho.
Arsenal are weighing up what would be one of the most sensational transfers of all time, but the odds are stacked against them in their bid to pull it off. Over the weekend, it emerged that the Gunners are considering an approach for Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Junior, while Los Blancos were, in turn, intensifying their efforts to land RB Leipzig's €120 million-plus-rated breakout talent, Yan Diomande.