Vinicius Junior returns to Real Madrid training amid Arsenal interest
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 12:24 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Vinicius Junior has resumed training with Real Madrid after a break following the World Cup. Contract negotiations between the winger and Real Madrid are anticipated soon. Reports indicate Mikel Arteta has expressed to Vinicius the potential contributions he could make at Arsenal, positioning him as central to their plans. Real Madrid, however, maintains a firm salary structure and is prepared to consider a sale if a renewal cannot be agreed. While there is significant gap in contract talks, Vinicius is believed to prefer staying at Madrid given the right offer.
- •Vinicius Junior is back at Real Madrid training as of August 3, 2026.
- •Contract talks between Vinicius and Real Madrid are expected soon.
- •Mikel Arteta has discussed Arsenal's project with Vinicius.
- •Real Madrid may consider selling Vinicius if a contract renewal doesn't occur.
- •Vinicius reportedly prefers to stay at Real Madrid if a suitable offer is presented.
- 5:16 PMYahoo Sports — Vinicius Junior returns to Real Madrid training: Next steps in contract talks amid Arsenal interest
- 1:17 PMESPN Soccer — Viní back in Madrid training amid Arsenal links
- 11:35 AMYahoo Sports — Vinicius Junior returns to Real Madrid training after Arteta talks
"Vinicius Jr. is one of the game's biggest superstars, and he is hoping to be paid as such, whether that be in Madrid or in the English capital. For now, he is preparing for the coming season no matter where he ends up.
"Vinicius Junior is back in training with Real Madrid, with contract talks expected soon between the Arsenal target and his current club.Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty ImagesThe big news on Vinicius Juni...
"Vinícius Júnior returned to Real Madrid training on Monday amid doubts over the star winger's future and links with a possible move to Arsenal.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 3, 2026, 5:16 PMVinicius Junior returns to Real Madrid training: Next steps in contract talks amid Arsenal interest
Vinicius Jr. is one of the game's biggest superstars, and he is hoping to be paid as such, whether that be in Madrid or in the English capital. For now, he is preparing for the coming season no matter where he ends up.
- ESPN SoccerAug 3, 2026, 1:17 PMViní back in Madrid training amid Arsenal links
Vinícius Júnior returned to Real Madrid training on Monday amid doubts over the star winger's future and links with a possible move to Arsenal.
- Yahoo SportsAug 3, 2026, 11:35 AMVinicius Junior returns to Real Madrid training after Arteta talks
Vinicius Junior is back in training with Real Madrid, with contract talks expected soon between the Arsenal target and his current club.Photo by Alex Caparros/Getty ImagesThe big news on Vinicius Juni...
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