Vinicius Deletes Instagram, Arsenal Prepares Historic Transfer
The Brazilian has entered the final year of his contract with Real Madrid, and the London club is reportedly ready to make a record-breaking move to sign him.
The Brazilian has entered the final year of his contract with Real Madrid, and the London club is reportedly ready to make a record-breaking move to sign him.
The transfer saga surrounding Vinicius Junior has taken a new, dramatic twist. While Real Madrid attempts to secure the stay of their star with a new, improved offer, the Brazilian forward surprised fans on Tuesday evening with a move on social media, he deleted all posts from his Instagram profile. Meanwhile, news from England suggests that Arsenal is seriously pursuing his signature.
According to information released by journalist Fabrizio Romano, Real Madrid presented a new offer to Vinicius and his agents on August 5, 2026. "Real Madrid is increasingly confident that they will get the final green light from Vinicius Junior for a new contract. The new offer is being discussed, but Madrid is optimistic, and Vinicius's team is also positive after today's meeting. José Mourinho has also gotten involved," Romano wrote on Twitter.
However, it is unclear how close this offer is to Vinicius's financial demands. Klix.ba reports that the Brazilian is seeking an annual salary of 30 million euros. Real's stance remains firm: no one is above the club, and they do not intend to meet all the demands of their winger.
On the other hand, Arsenal, led by manager Mikel Arteta, is ready to do everything to bring in the Brazilian. Sports news outlets report that there is already a belief in the London club's dressing room that the transfer could become a reality. Sporting director Andrea Berta reportedly sees Vinicius as a player who can change the team's ambitions and return them to the top of European football.
Arsenal's financial power is not in question. The club spent 293 million euros on seven players last summer, after investing an additional 240 million euros the year before. If the transfer goes through, it would be not only one of the biggest departures from Real in recent history but also likely the most expensive incoming transfer in Premier League history.
Vinícius joined Real Madrid in 2018 from Flamengo and over eight seasons has become a key figure in the team. With Real, he has won numerous trophies, including the Champions League. However, the recent period has been marked by tensions, including the arrival of new stars and changes in the hierarchy.
His contract is entering its final eleven months, which puts Real in an increasingly difficult position. Every new obstacle in negotiations increases Arsenal's chances of pulling off a historic transfer. Arteta has reportedly already presented his vision and the role the Brazilian would have in the team, and the final decision now rests solely with the player himself.
Whether Vinicius's move to delete his Instagram profile will be just another detail in negotiations or a sign that his time in Madrid is truly coming to an end remains to be seen. One thing is certain: this saga is far from over.
