Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr is set to resume negotiations over a new contract, according to BBC. The report, published Monday, says the club and player will return to the table, with Arsenal maintaining their interest in the Brazilian.
BBC states that talks had previously been paused, though no specific reason or timeline was given. The resumption comes as Arsenal continue to monitor the situation, having been linked with the player throughout the summer window.
Vinicius Jr has been back in training with Real Madrid amid the transfer speculation, as reported by ESPN. The winger’s current deal and future at the Santiago Bernabeu have been the subject of ongoing discussion, with the BBC noting that Arsenal’s interest remains active.
The Guardian has offered analysis suggesting a move to Arsenal would be unconventional but could still succeed. That piece, written by Jonathan Wilson, argues that the transfer does not obviously fit either party, yet may work in practice. Sky Sports, meanwhile, has reported that Manchester United are considering a move for Arsenal midfielder Myles Lewis-Skelly, a separate story that adds context to the current transfer window activity.
Football365 has also published a piece ranking the biggest Premier League transfers based on "vibes," though that article does not directly relate to the Vinicius Jr situation.
What to watch next: whether Real Madrid and Vinicius Jr can reach an agreement quickly, or if Arsenal will test the club’s resolve with a formal bid before the window closes.
