Vinícius Júnior closing in on Arsenal move
- A Vinícius Júnior move to Arsenal is gathering pace — 1 report describe concrete progress (fee, terms or medical).
- The reporting is well-sourced (97% credibility), led by FootballTransfers (reporting David Ornstein), putting it at roughly 77% to complete.
What the reports say
- Sources for The Athletic / David Ornstein report that Arsenal are exploring a potential move for Real Madrid winger Vinícius Júnior if he does not renew; club-level interest/approach described. (reporting of concrete interest, not an agreement). — FootballTransfers (reporting David Ornstein's update)
- Cadena SER (Spain): Reports (citing The Athletic) that Arsenal are considering a move for Vinícius if he does not renew at Real Madrid. — Cadena SER (Spain) — reporting The Athletic
- Arsenal are exploring the possibility of signing Vinícius Júnior from Real Madrid if he doesn't renew — reporting cites The Athletic/David Ornstein. — Yahoo Sports (Canada) — syndicated coverage of The Athletic report
- Arsenal are reportedly exploring a deal for Vinícius Júnior; story attributed to The Athletic (David Ornstein). — Al Jazeera (Arabic) — regional coverage citing The Athletic
Vinícius Júnior is a 26-year-old winger at Real Madrid, rated 86.8 overall by Field Insider's model, ranking 17th of 389 on scout potential in the La Liga. In his prime years, he has been an ever-present this season (87.2% of available minutes). He brings 0.67 goal contributions per 90 (0.51 goals, 0.16 assists). Below: strengths, watch-points, market-value outlook and the latest transfer news on Júnior.
- FFootballTransfers (reporting David Ornstein's update)Sources for The Athletic / David Ornstein report that Arsenal are exploring a potential move for Real Madrid winger Vinícius Júnior if he does not renew; club-level interest/approach described. (reporting of concrete interest, not an agreement).ConcreteNamed sourceTrusted 85%
Sources for The Athletic / David Ornstein report that Arsenal are exploring a potential move for Real Madrid winger Vinícius Júnior if he does not renew; club-level interest/approach described. (reporting of concrete interest, not an agreement).
25 JulRead full article → - CCadena SER (Spain) — reporting The AthleticCadena SER (Spain): Reports (citing The Athletic) that Arsenal are considering a move for Vinícius if he does not renew at Real Madrid.ConcreteNamed sourceTrusted 85%
Cadena SER (Spain): Reports (citing The Athletic) that Arsenal are considering a move for Vinícius if he does not renew at Real Madrid.
25 JulRead full article → - YYahoo Sports (Canada) — syndicated coverage of The Athletic reportArsenal are exploring the possibility of signing Vinícius Júnior from Real Madrid if he doesn't renew — reporting cites The Athletic/David Ornstein.ConcreteNamed sourceTrusted 85%
Arsenal are exploring the possibility of signing Vinícius Júnior from Real Madrid if he doesn't renew — reporting cites The Athletic/David Ornstein.
25 JulRead full article → - AAl Jazeera (Arabic) — regional coverage citing The AthleticArsenal are reportedly exploring a deal for Vinícius Júnior; story attributed to The Athletic (David Ornstein).Trusted 85%
Arsenal are reportedly exploring a deal for Vinícius Júnior; story attributed to The Athletic (David Ornstein).
25 JulRead full article → - TThe AthleticArsenal are exploring a move to sign Vinícius Júnior from Real Madrid (early-stage interest; no club-to-club talks yet).ConcreteNamed sourceTrusted 85%
Arsenal are exploring a move to sign Vinícius Júnior from Real Madrid (early-stage interest; no club-to-club talks yet).
25 JulRead full article → - TThe AthleticThe Athletic (reported by David Ornstein / James McNicholas): Arsenal are exploring a move for Vinícius Júnior (initial enquiry) if the player does not sign a new Real Madrid contract.ConcreteNamed sourceTrusted 85%
The Athletic (reported by David Ornstein / James McNicholas): Arsenal are exploring a move for Vinícius Júnior (initial enquiry) if the player does not sign a new Real Madrid contract.
25 JulRead full article → - EESPNESPN: Sources say Arsenal are the only likely destination this summer if Vinícius fails to agree a new contract with Real Madrid.ConcreteNamed sourceTrusted 81%
ESPN: Sources say Arsenal are the only likely destination this summer if Vinícius fails to agree a new contract with Real Madrid.
25 JulRead full article → - TThe GuardianThe Guardian reports Arsenal have made an inquiry/approach regarding Vinícius Júnior from Real Madrid — described as Arsenal 'making a shock approach' to explore a deal.Trusted 79%
The Guardian reports Arsenal have made an inquiry/approach regarding Vinícius Júnior from Real Madrid — described as Arsenal 'making a shock approach' to explore a deal.
26 JulRead full article → - RRecord (Mexico)Arsenal are exploring a move for Vinícius Júnior while his contract situation at Real Madrid remains unresolved (reports cite The Athletic).Trusted 75%
Arsenal are exploring a move for Vinícius Júnior while his contract situation at Real Madrid remains unresolved (reports cite The Athletic).
25 JulRead full article → - BBBC SportBBC Sport: Coverage summarising contract talks and reporting Arsenal interest (sources close to the story).Mixed 55%
BBC Sport: Coverage summarising contract talks and reporting Arsenal interest (sources close to the story).
27 JulRead full article → - HHindustan TimesCoverage: Arsenal exploring signing Vinícius Jr amid contract uncertainty at Real Madrid (notes Ornstein reporting).Mixed 50%
Coverage: Arsenal exploring signing Vinícius Jr amid contract uncertainty at Real Madrid (notes Ornstein reporting).
26 JulRead full article → - LLiverpool FC (Media Watch)Media-watch roundup noting outlets reporting Vinícius links to Arsenal (summarises wider coverage).Mixed 50%
Media-watch roundup noting outlets reporting Vinícius links to Arsenal (summarises wider coverage).
26 JulRead full article → - MMultiple syndicated outlets (example: SportingLife aggregation)Team/Outlet roundups and local media (many outlets): repeated reportage that Arsenal are exploring interest in Vinícius while his renewal talks at Real Madrid stall.ConcreteNamed sourceMixed 50%
Team/Outlet roundups and local media (many outlets): repeated reportage that Arsenal are exploring interest in Vinícius while his renewal talks at Real Madrid stall.
26 JulRead full article → - NNDTV SportsArsenal have emerged as contenders to sign Vinícius Júnior should his renewal with Real Madrid fail; reporting cites The Athletic.ConcreteNamed sourceMixed 50%
Arsenal have emerged as contenders to sign Vinícius Júnior should his renewal with Real Madrid fail; reporting cites The Athletic.
25 JulRead full article → - EEl Diario NYAS / El Diario NY (Spanish-language US): Reports Arsenal interest (citing The Athletic / Ornstein) and notes no club-to-club talks yet.Mixed 50%
AS / El Diario NY (Spanish-language US): Reports Arsenal interest (citing The Athletic / Ornstein) and notes no club-to-club talks yet.
25 JulRead full article → - DDAWAN.africaArsenal are exploring a shock move for Vinícius Júnior as contract talks with Real Madrid stall — reporting cites The Athletic.Mixed 50%
Arsenal are exploring a shock move for Vinícius Júnior as contract talks with Real Madrid stall — reporting cites The Athletic.
25 JulRead full article → - FFox Sports AustraliaArsenal are exploring a blockbuster move for Vinícius Jr (coverage referencing The Athletic/Ornstein; early-stage interest only).Mixed 50%
Arsenal are exploring a blockbuster move for Vinícius Jr (coverage referencing The Athletic/Ornstein; early-stage interest only).
25 JulRead full article → - RRTE Sport (Ireland)Arsenal firming up interest in Madrid’s Vinícius — interest reported as early-stage exploratory approach.Mixed 50%
Arsenal firming up interest in Madrid’s Vinícius — interest reported as early-stage exploratory approach.
25 JulRead full article → - EExcélsior (Mexico)Arsenal are exploring a move for Vinícius Jr from Real Madrid — reports from The Athletic/Ornstein; coverage in Mexican press referencing the scoop.Mixed 50%
Arsenal are exploring a move for Vinícius Jr from Real Madrid — reports from The Athletic/Ornstein; coverage in Mexican press referencing the scoop.
25 JulRead full article → - TTNT SportsAnalysis/statistics piece supporting why Arsenal would be interested in Vinícius Jr — references Ornstein/other reports.Mixed 50%
Analysis/statistics piece supporting why Arsenal would be interested in Vinícius Jr — references Ornstein/other reports.
25 JulRead full article → - SSports Illustrated (SI.com)Sports Illustrated: Reports that Arsenal interest has emerged and Real Madrid have set an asking price after the contract stand-off.Mixed 50%
Sports Illustrated: Reports that Arsenal interest has emerged and Real Madrid have set an asking price after the contract stand-off.
25 JulRead full article → - FFOX SportsFox Sports: Arsenal are considering launching a bid for Vinícius Jr as Real Madrid contract talks drag on.Mixed 50%
Fox Sports: Arsenal are considering launching a bid for Vinícius Jr as Real Madrid contract talks drag on.
25 JulRead full article → - UUOL Esporte (Brazil)UOL (Brazil): Reports Arsenal are preparing an approach for Vinícius should he not renew at Real Madrid, citing The Athletic.ConcreteNamed sourceMixed 50%
UOL (Brazil): Reports Arsenal are preparing an approach for Vinícius should he not renew at Real Madrid, citing The Athletic.
25 JulRead full article → - LL'EquipeL'Équipe (France): Reports Arsenal are exploring the Vinícius track while his contract renewal at Real remains unsettled.ConcreteNamed sourceMixed 46%
L'Équipe (France): Reports Arsenal are exploring the Vinícius track while his contract renewal at Real remains unsettled.
25 JulRead full article → - GGoalArsenal are exploring a deal for Vinícius Júnior; The Athletic report the idea has approval at all levels at Arsenal but remains at a formative/early stage.Low-trust 42%
Arsenal are exploring a deal for Vinícius Júnior; The Athletic report the idea has approval at all levels at Arsenal but remains at a formative/early stage.
28 JulRead full article → - GGoalGoal: Arsenal are considering a sensational coup and have turned attention to Vinícius Júnior after The Athletic's report on Arsenal interest.Low-trust 42%
Goal: Arsenal are considering a sensational coup and have turned attention to Vinícius Júnior after The Athletic's report on Arsenal interest.
25 JulRead full article → - GGoalArsenal are interested in Vinícius Júnior and are studying a potential move if he does not extend his Real Madrid contract (reports David Ornstein/The Athletic).ConcreteNamed sourceLow-trust 42%
Arsenal are interested in Vinícius Júnior and are studying a potential move if he does not extend his Real Madrid contract (reports David Ornstein/The Athletic).
25 JulRead full article → - GGoalGoal.com (US list article): Reports The Athletic’s scoop and states Real Madrid are demanding a nine-figure fee for Vinícius Jr.Low-trust 42%
Goal.com (US list article): Reports The Athletic’s scoop and states Real Madrid are demanding a nine-figure fee for Vinícius Jr.
25 JulRead full article → - AASAS (Spain): Reports Arsenal have entered the race and cites The Athletic as the source of the story.Low-trust 40%
AS (Spain): Reports Arsenal have entered the race and cites The Athletic as the source of the story.
25 JulRead full article → - AASReal Madrid and Vinícius Júnior have set a date to resume contract-renewal talks; Arsenal are being kept informed and could explore a move if renewal fails.ConcreteNamed sourceLow-trust 40%
Real Madrid and Vinícius Júnior have set a date to resume contract-renewal talks; Arsenal are being kept informed and could explore a move if renewal fails.
11 JulRead full article → - SSky SportsReal Madrid winger Vinícius Júnior is subject of exploratory interest from Arsenal with talks about his future continuing this week (Arsenal interest, no deal).DenialLow-trust 38%
Real Madrid winger Vinícius Júnior is subject of exploratory interest from Arsenal with talks about his future continuing this week (Arsenal interest, no deal).
6d agoRead full article → - SSky SportsSky Sports: Arsenal exploring Vinícius Júnior as one of several forward targets; interest reported as genuine but at an early stage with no confirmed club-to-club contact.ConcreteNamed sourceLow-trust 38%
Sky Sports: Arsenal exploring Vinícius Júnior as one of several forward targets; interest reported as genuine but at an early stage with no confirmed club-to-club contact.
26 JulRead full article → - SSky SportsArsenal are exploring a deal to sign Real Madrid winger Vinícius Júnior amid contract uncertainty (no club-to-club talks yet; interest is genuine).ConcreteNamed sourceLow-trust 38%
Arsenal are exploring a deal to sign Real Madrid winger Vinícius Júnior amid contract uncertainty (no club-to-club talks yet; interest is genuine).
25 JulRead full article → - SSky SportsSky Sports reports Arsenal are exploring a number of left‑wing options including Vinícius Jr; article notes Arsenal interest amid contract situation and lists other forward targets being looked at.Low-trust 38%
Sky Sports reports Arsenal are exploring a number of left‑wing options including Vinícius Jr; article notes Arsenal interest amid contract situation and lists other forward targets being looked at.
25 JulRead full article → - SSky SportsSky Sports: Arsenal are exploring a deal for Vinícius Júnior and Real Madrid will hold further talks over his future amid the interest.Low-trust 38%
Sky Sports: Arsenal are exploring a deal for Vinícius Júnior and Real Madrid will hold further talks over his future amid the interest.
25 JulRead full article → - YYahoo Sports (syndicated coverage)Arsenal are exploring a deal to sign Vinícius Júnior from Real Madrid (coverage summarising The Athletic / David Ornstein reporting).ConcreteNamed sourceLow-trust 38%
Arsenal are exploring a deal to sign Vinícius Júnior from Real Madrid (coverage summarising The Athletic / David Ornstein reporting).
25 JulRead full article → - VVAVEL InternationalArsenal are exploring a move for Vinícius Júnior (coverage summarising The Athletic’s exclusive).Low-trust 30%
Arsenal are exploring a move for Vinícius Júnior (coverage summarising The Athletic’s exclusive).
25 JulRead full article → - SSports MoleReport: Arsenal have ‘approved’ exploring a move for Vinícius Jr amid stalled Real Madrid contract talks.Low-trust 20%
Report: Arsenal have ‘approved’ exploring a move for Vinícius Jr amid stalled Real Madrid contract talks.
25 JulRead full article → - TTeamTalkTeamTalk: Reports Real Madrid have set a nine-figure demand and that Arsenal’s interest was first reported by The Athletic.Low-trust 20%
TeamTalk: Reports Real Madrid have set a nine-figure demand and that Arsenal’s interest was first reported by The Athletic.
25 JulRead full article → - TTeamTalkArsenal are among clubs being kept informed about Vinícius' contract situation; Real Madrid have warned he must agree a new deal or risk being placed on the transfer market.ConcreteNamed sourceLow-trust 20%
Arsenal are among clubs being kept informed about Vinícius' contract situation; Real Madrid have warned he must agree a new deal or risk being placed on the transfer market.
11 JulRead full article →