Arsenal's pursuit of attacking reinforcements faces a setback as Vinicius Junior signs a new contract with Real Madrid, ending speculation about a move to north London. Despite Arsenal's attempts to lure the Brazilian, the club's sporting director, Andrea Berta, operates by lining up multiple options per position. With former top target Morgan Rogers joining Chelsea for £117m, Arsenal's attacking targets are narrowing.

The Gunners have prioritized improving their left-wing position, with Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Martinelli not definitively securing the spot. While new signing Christos Tzolis has arrived, a top-quality winger akin to Vinicius Jr is still sought. Arsenal has shown interest in PSG's Bradley Barcola, valued at £145m, but this price tag could be prohibitive. Another reported target, Yan Diomande, has joined Real Madrid for £120m.

Alternatively, Arsenal might stick with their current options, potentially considering players like Marcus Rashford or Rafael Leao, though these would carry risks. The club may also focus on other attacking areas, such as signing Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez, which could lead to Gabriel Jesus' departure. However, Alvarez reportedly prefers a move to Barcelona, creating a potential hurdle for Arsenal.