Arsenal seeks alternatives after missing out on Vinicius Jr
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 9:04 AM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Arsenal is exploring new attacking options following the contract extension of Vinicius Jr with Real Madrid. Mikel Arteta aimed to strengthen his squad but must now turn to alternatives. The club has identified Julian Alvarez of Atletico Madrid, Bradley Barcola from PSG, and Everton's Iliman Ndiaye as potential targets. Barcola's hefty price tag may complicate negotiations, while Sevilla has also expressed interest in the players linked with Arsenal. Meanwhile, Arsenal is close to finalizing a £75m deal for Bruno Guimaraes, enhancing their midfield options ahead of the new season.
- •Vinicius Jr extended contract with Real Madrid until 2032.
- •Arsenal seeks a new left winger after missing out on Vinicius Jr.
- •Julian Alvarez, Bradley Barcola, and Iliman Ndiaye are targets.
- •Barcola is valued at £130m, complicating Arsenal's negotiations.
- •Arsenal nearing a £75m deal for Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle.
- 5:50 PMCBS Sports — Arsenal miss out on Vinicius Junior: What next for Gunners after top target extends Real Madrid contract?
- 9:04 AMYahoo Sports — Arsenal hold nerve after missing out on Vinicius Jr with three alternative targets
"The Gunners were ready to break their wage structure for the Real Madrid superstar, but his new contract leaves Mikel Arteta searching for other ways to upgrade the attack
"The Gunners are switching targets after the Real Madrid superstar signed a contract extension, with Mikel Arteta determined to strengthen in attack
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External links- CBS SportsAug 7, 2026, 5:50 PMArsenal miss out on Vinicius Junior: What next for Gunners after top target extends Real Madrid contract?
The Gunners were ready to break their wage structure for the Real Madrid superstar, but his new contract leaves Mikel Arteta searching for other ways to upgrade the attack
- Yahoo SportsAug 7, 2026, 9:04 AMArsenal hold nerve after missing out on Vinicius Jr with three alternative targets
The Gunners are switching targets after the Real Madrid superstar signed a contract extension, with Mikel Arteta determined to strengthen in attack
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