Vinicius Jr signs new Real Madrid deal until 2032

Vinicius isn’t going anywhere

The 26-year-old had entered the final 12 months of his previous deal and, as the noise around him grew during the summer transfer window, attracted interest from Arsenal in recent weeks. Sources have told BBC Sport that the forward has now agreed improved terms to stay in the Spanish capital.

Vinicius has become one of the defining attackers of Real Madrid's front line, and tying him down was a clear priority for a club that had risked a summer scramble to keep him.

What the new Vinicius deal means for Real Madrid

Tying down one of the world's most explosive attackers removes a major worry for Real Madrid, who had faced the prospect of losing a player of Vinicius' calibre for nothing next summer. Instead, the club have secured his prime years and shut the door on a Premier League move.

Real Madrid have confirmed the agreement, which ties Vinicius to the club until 30 June 2032. For Arsenal, attention now turns elsewhere as one of their most eye-catching targets commits his future to the European champions.