Sports News Report
League: EPLSport: SoccerCountry: EnglandCategory: Scores & Results

Arsenal shifts focus to Nico Williams after Vinicius Jr's decision

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 3:45 PM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Arsenal shifts focus to Nico Williams after Vinicius Jr's decision
Summary

Arsenal will not sign Vinicius Junior, who has agreed to a six-year deal with Real Madrid. The club will now target Nico Williams from Athletic Club as a primary option to enhance their attacking lineup this summer. Williams has remained on Arsenal's radar since the summer of 2024 and is reportedly open to leaving Spain for a chance in the Premier League. Arsenal aims to solidify their squad as they prepare for the upcoming season.

Source Links
Yahoo Sports
Key Details
  • •Vinicius Junior agrees to stay with Real Madrid.
  • •Arsenal's focus now shifts to Nico Williams.
  • •Williams is considered a top European winger.
  • •Arsenal has pursued Williams since the summer of 2024.
  • •The winger is open to a Premier League move.
Latest Updates
  • 3:45 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal eye three alternatives after missing out on Vinicius Junior
  • 11:05 AMYahoo Sports — Arsenal will turn attention to another La Liga winger after Vinicius Jr snub
What they're saying
"

Arsenal are set to miss out on signing Vinicius Junior after several reports claimed that he has agreed a six-year deal to remain at Real Madrid following the Gunners’ pursuit of him over recent wee...

"

Arsenal’s dream of signing Vinicius Junior is over after he agreed a new six-year contract with Real Madrid. The Gunners made a serious bid to sign the 26-year-old and were close to agreeing person...

Related Teams & Leagues
ArsenalEvertonLiverpoolBarcelonaReal MadridAtletico MadridTottenham HotspurChelseaEPLSoccer

Sources

External links

Original reporting and copyright belong to the linked sources. SportsNewsReport.com aggregates and links — it does not republish full articles.

Related Stories

Last 14 days