Vinicius Jr edges closer to Real Madrid stay after decisive contract talks

Vinicius Junior is close to ending the uncertainty over his Real Madrid future after a face-to-face meeting in the Spanish capital, with Arsenal increasingly likely to miss out on the Brazil international. The 26-year-old, a former Flamengo forward, has less than a year remaining on his contract at the Bernabeu. That situation had put Arsenal on alert, with the Premier League champions prepared to make a serious move. Real Madrid always insisted a renewal was possible, but the talks dragged on and doubts grew. Vinicius had been unsettled by Kylian Mbappe's arrival, feeling the France star was given a more lucrative contract and a more prominent role as the face of the team. He pushed for parity, and while he may not have secured that completely, he now appears ready to commit. insider reported that representatives from Roc Nation met the Real Madrid board in Madrid, and that an agreement is now very close. The club, according to Romano, has "huge confidence" and wants a final answer from Vinicius within hours. Real Madrid have tabled an improved proposal, with a guaranteed net salary above €22 million per season and a long-term contract on the table. Romano also said coach Joao Mourinho has been involved, pushing for Vinicius to stay and giving positive feedback to the board. Both the club and the player's camp are said to be highly optimistic. Madrid-based Marca, however, insists no agreement has been reached yet and describes the situation as awkward, while acknowledging that the latest progress is significant. AS reports the offer is worth around €20 million per season before bonuses and that Real Madrid expect a quick decision. Vinicius has also deleted all posts from his Instagram account, an unusual move that only adds to the tension as the final details are being wrapped up.