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Arsenal considers breaking wage structure to sign Vinícius Jr

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 1:49 PM

Last updated Aug 2, 2026

Arsenal considers breaking wage structure to sign Vinícius Jr
Summary

Arsenal is exploring a move for Real Madrid's Vinícius Jr, contingent on his contract negotiations with the Spanish club. The Premier League champions are willing to exceed their usual salary framework, as Real Madrid has proposed an annual salary of €20 million. Arsenal's sporting director Andrea Berta has reportedly met with Vinícius Jr's representatives to discuss the potential signing. The club aims to position Vinícius as a key player in their ambitious plans following last season's Premier League title win and a near victory in the Champions League final.

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  • •Arsenal is serious about signing Vinícius Jr from Real Madrid.
  • •The club is willing to disrupt its salary structure for the player.
  • •Real Madrid has offered a salary of €20 million annually.
  • •Andrea Berta has held discussions with Vinícius Jr's representatives.
  • •Arsenal intends to make him a focal point of their ambitious project.
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  • 1:49 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal willing to disrupt salary structure for Vinícius – report
What they're saying
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The North-London club is serious about signing the Brazilian star

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