Vinicius Jr extends Real Madrid deal to 2032, ending transfer speculation

The 26-year-old Brazil international had been linked with a move to English champions Arsenal.Real Madrid have secured ⁠the ⁠future of Brazilian winger Vinicius Jr, extending his contract until ⁠June 2032, the Spanish giants announced, ⁠bringing an end to months of speculation over his future.The 26-year-old Brazil international has been ‌a central figure in Real’s attack in recent seasons and had been linked with a move to English champions Arsenal.Recommended Stories list of 4 itemslist 1 of 4Real Madrid sign Ivory Coast’s Yan Diomande from RB Leipziglist 2 of 4UEFA says FIFA boycott remains despite Infantino World Cup selloff U-turnlist 3 of 4Mohamed Salah signs two-year deal with Trabzonsporlist 4 of 4Uganda football star Owori killed, weeks after death of rugby’s Gongodyoend of listHis previous contract was ⁠due to expire in ⁠June 2027.“Real Madrid and Vinicius Jr have agreed to extend our player’s ⁠contract, which now keeps him with the ⁠club through June ⁠30, 2032,” Real said in a statement on Thursday.“Vinicius has become one of the most ‌important players during one of the most successful periods in ‌our history.”Since joining from Brazilian club Flamengo in 2018, Vinicius has scored 128 goals and registered 100 assists for Real.Spanish and British media had reported prolonged contract negotiations between the player and the club, while Arsenal were said to be monitoring the situation and exploring a potential move.The extension removes the prospect of Real losing one of their most valuable players ⁠on a free transfer.Vinicius also had a demanding summer with ⁠Brazil at the World Cup, where they were eliminated by Norway in the last 16.The forward has built an impressive trophy collection during his time in Madrid, winning two Champions League titles and three ⁠La Liga crowns among numerous other honours.He is set to work under Jose Mourinho for the first time after the Portuguese ⁠coach returned for a second spell in charge ⁠at Real in June.