Mourinho urges Vinicius Jr to stay with Real Madrid amid contract talks
BBC Sport • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 10:54 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
Jose Mourinho successfully persuaded Vinicius Jr to stay with Real Madrid, telling him it was 'not worth' leaving the club. The Brazilian winger entered the last year of his contract and was linked with a move to Arsenal, but signed a six-year deal earlier this month. Mourinho emphasized Vinicius’ growing attachment to Real Madrid and his own support for the player, noting that leaving would help him better understand the club's significance. Mourinho’s return marks another chapter in his relationship with Real after his previous spell between 2010 and 2013.
- •Vinicius Jr signed a six-year contract extension with Real Madrid.
- •Jose Mourinho played a key role in persuading him to stay.
- •Arsenal had shown interest as Vinicius' contract neared expiration.
- •Mourinho has returned to Real Madrid after years away from the club.
- 10:54 AMBBC Sport — Mourinho told Vinicius Jr 'not worth' leaving Real
"Jose Mourinho explains how he successfully persuaded Vinicius Jr to remain the Spanish club.
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