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Arsenal explores signing Vinicius Jr as Mourinho opposes move

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 9:21 PM

Last updated Jul 25, 2026

Arsenal explores signing Vinicius Jr as Mourinho opposes move
Summary

Arsenal is exploring a potential signing of Brazil winger Vinicius Jr if he does not extend his contract with Real Madrid. New Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has opposed any approach from Arsenal, insisting that he wants to keep the club’s key players this summer. In related transfer news, Arsenal is also considering breaking the British transfer record for Argentina striker Julian Alvarez. Inter Milan has shown interest in Tottenham defender Cristian Romero, while Real Madrid's bid for Yan Diomande has been rejected by RB Leipzig.

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  • •Arsenal looks to sign Vinicius Jr if he leaves Real Madrid.
  • •Mourinho wants to retain key players at Real Madrid.
  • •Arsenal plans record-breaking move for Julian Alvarez.
  • •Inter Milan interested in Cristian Romero from Tottenham.
  • •Real Madrid's £85.4m bid for Yan Diomande rejected.
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  • 9:21 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal plot shock Vinicius Jr move - Sunday's gossip
  • 9:21 PMBBC Sport — Arsenal plot shock Vinicius Jr move - Sunday's gossip
What they're saying
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Arsenal explore move for Vinicius Jr, Inter Milan interested in Cristian Romero and Real Madrid bid for Yan Diomande rejected, plus more.

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Arsenal explore move for Vinicius Jr, Inter Milan interested in Cristian Romero and Real Madrid bid for Yan Diomande rejected, plus more.

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