Arsenal hopes dashed after Vinícius Júnior extends Real Madrid contract to 2032

Vinícius Júnior has ended summer speculation over his future by agreeing a new six-year contract with Real Madrid. Arsenal had been heavily linked with a move for the Brazil international, who had entered the final 12 months of his deal at the Bernabéu.

A tumultuous 2025-26 campaign in which Real failed to win a trophy and initial uncertainty after the arrival of José Mourinho in Madrid alerted the Premier League champions, but Vinícius has now committed his long-term future to the Spanish club.

“Real Madrid and Vinícius Júnior have agreed on the extension of our player’s contract, which links him to the club until 30 June 2032,” a club statement read.

“Vinícius Júnior joined Real Madrid in July 2018 at the age of 18. In his eight seasons wearing our jersey, he has played 375 matches, scored 128 goals, and won 14 titles: two Champions Leagues, three Club World Cups, two Uefa Super Cups, three La Liga titles, one Copa del Rey, and three Spanish Super Cups.

“His contribution to all these titles has been pivotal due to his gameplay, assists, and goals.”

Vinícius wrote on Instagram: “Eight years at the Bernabéu are too few … six more years, and for ever!”

The 26-year-old had hinted at extending his association with Real during an in-house interview on Tuesday where he spoke about Mourinho wanting him to be “happy” and “joyful” after a difficult spell.

A shock last-16 World Cup exit in America with Brazil also added to a frustrating 12-month period for Vinícius, but with his future settled the former Flamengo prospect will aim to help Real get back to competing for major honours again under Mourinho.