Real Madrid reach agreement with Vinicius Junior over new contract

Real Madrid have reached an agreement with superstar forward Vinicius Junior over a new deal, according to an official announcement.

He previously paused contract extension talks during the 2025-26 season due to differences with then-manager Xabi Alonso.

The deadlock in negotiations triggered interest in the Brazilian, with Arsenal pushing strongly to sign him this summer.

Wednesday’s meeting with the forward and his representatives finally paved a way for an agreement to be reached.

He has now signed a six-year contract, keeping him at the club until 2032.

Contract extension is a major coup for Madrid

Vinicius has contributed 128 goals and 100 assists in 375 appearances for Los Blancos.

He was voted as FIFA’s Best Men’s Footballer of the Year in 2024 and was second to Rodri for the Ballon d’Or in the same year.

Vinicius has helped his club win three La Liga titles and two Champions League crowns during his time with the club.

The 26-year-old is one of the best players in the world. He is capable of deciding games on his own.

Madrid have endured a barren spell in the last two years, and keeping the Brazilian is a major boost to their hopes of future success.

With Jose Mourinho appointed as manager this summer, the Brazilian forward now has the chance to play under a serial winner.

His decision to sign a new deal is a major blow to Arsenal, who were eager to add the winger to their Premier League-winning squad.