Real Madrid announced on Thursday that Vinicius Júnior has extended his contract until June 2032, ending rumors of a potential move to Arsenal. The Brazilian forward, who joined Real Madrid in 2018 at the age of 18, has been a key player for the club over the past eight seasons. He has appeared in 375 matches, scored 128 goals, and helped the team win 14 trophies, including two Champions League titles and three La Liga championships.
Vinicius expressed his excitement about staying at Real Madrid, stating on Instagram that he felt “eight years at the Bernabéu are too few” and looking forward to playing for the club for six more years. His contract was set to expire in 2027, but the new deal ensures his future with the team through 2032.
Arsenal had been interested in signing him during the current transfer window to strengthen their attacking lineup, but Real Madrid’s decision to extend his contract puts an end to those plans. Vinicius remains a vital player for Brazil as well, having scored four goals and provided one assist at the 2026 World Cup despite Brazil’s early exit.
Since joining Real Madrid from Flamengo in 2018, Vinicius has become a central figure in the team’s success under managers like Carlo Ancelotti and now Jose Mourinho, who recently returned to the club. He looks forward to working with the new manager and continuing his style of play.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid confirmed the signing of Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig for 140 million euros just hours before Vinicius signed his new contract. The Ivory Coast international’s deal runs until June 2033.
Real Madrid finished second in the 2025-26 La Liga season, eight points behind champions Barcelona, and was eliminated by Bayern Munich in the Champions League quarter-finals. With Vinicius Júnior and Yan Diomande on board, Real Madrid aims to rebuild for the upcoming 2026-27 campaign.