Brazil winger Vinicius Junior has agreed a new six-year contract with Real Madrid that will keep him at the Bernabeu until 2032 ending speculation about his future.
The 26-year-old had entered the final 12 months of his contract and attracted interest from Premier League side, Arsenal in recent weeks.
However, Real Madrid announced on Thursday the two parties have agreed to extend his deal to June 30, 2032 adding that Vinicius has become one of the most important players in one of the most successful periods in their history.
Vinicius himself then posted on Instagram: “Eight years at the Bernabeu are too short… Six more years, and then forever.”
Talks over a deal were at an impasse until Real made a new offer on Wednesday, with Vinicius understood to be appreciative of the fresh terms.
He joined Real Madrid from Brazilian side Flamengo in 2018 and signed a contract extension three years ago.
Real and his representatives have been in talks over a fresh deal for the past 18 months.
There had been reports that the player was not happy with the terms the club was offering fueling speculation that he could join Arsenal who were reportedly willing to meet his demands.
However, Vinicius returned to the club on Monday for his first pre-season training session and medical assessment following his World Cup campaign with Brazil and extended his contract.
The player has scored 128 goals in 375 appearances for Real Madrid across all competitions helping them win two Champions League titles, three La Ligas and one Copa del Rey during his time at the club.
Vincius’ contract extension comes on the same day Real Madrid announced the signing of Cote D’ivoire winger Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig for a fee worth up to 120 million pounds.
Diomande is Real Madrid’s sixth summer signing under new head coach Jose Mourinho, joining Bernardo Silva, Ibrahima Konate, Denzel Dumfries, Marc Cucurella and Carlos Espi.
They are also targeting Manchester City and Spain midfielder Rodri but now face competition from bitter rivals Barcelona.