Arsenal are looking into a potential deal for Real Madrid winger Vinicius Jr. No club‑to‑club contact yet, but the interest is real. The Brazilian international is one of several forward targets, alongside Julian Alvarez, Yan Diomande and Bradley Barcola.

The player has entered the final year of his contract, and Real could be willing to sell rather than lose him for free next summer. Arsenal aim to boost their left‑wing options and a Brazil ace would be a superstar addition.

Earlier this summer, the Gunners sold Leandro Trossard to Besiktas for £17m and brought in Christo Tzolis from Club Brugge for £34m. Their alternative, Gabriel Martinelli, scored just one Premier League goal last season.

Vinicius Jr, the 2024 Ballon d'Or runner‑up, is on holiday after the World Cup. His relationship with new Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho has also been in focus.