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Vinícius Júnior Praises Pre-Season, Contract Year Linked to Arsenal

8/5/2026

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Vinícius Júnior, Brazilian forward, said the pre-season session under José Mourinho (Real Madrid manager) went well.
He is in the final year of his contract, with negotiations ongoing.
Arsenal is linked to a possible move for him.
He has 128 goals, 100 assists for Real Madrid, and was Brazil’s World Cup top scorer with four goals.
He urges physical preparation to reduce injuries while Mourinho wants him happy and cheerful.

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Vinícius Júnior, Brazilian forward, said the pre-season session under José Mourinho (Real Madrid manager) went well.
He is in the final year of his contract, with negotiations ongoing.
Arsenal is linked to a possible move for him.
He has 128 goals, 100 assists for Real Madrid, and was Brazil’s World Cup top scorer with four goals.
He urges physical preparation to reduce injuries while Mourinho wants him happy and cheerful.