Real Madrid are set to reopen contract talks with Vinicius Junior when he returns to training on Monday, as uncertainty about his future piques Arsenal’s interest.

The Premier League champions are apparently keeping an eye on the player, as Vinicius has entered the final year of his contract at the Santiago Bernabeu.

According to The Athletic, conversations between Real Madrid and the 26-year-old will begin after a break, with both parties hoping to reach an agreement on a new contract.

The primary problem remains the player’s salary demands, with rumours showing a significant discrepancy between what Vinicius wants and the club’s current offer.

While an agreement is still feasible, negotiations have yet to yield a breakthrough, leaving Real Madrid desperate to avoid the possibility of entering the 2026-27 season with one of their key players approaching free agency.

Arsenal are said to be mulling a move for the Brazil international if his contract situation persists.

The London club has identified Vinicius as one of its attacking targets, although no formal conversations have taken place with Real Madrid.

The Spanish club is set to press for a resolution in the coming weeks, knowing they risk losing the winger without a transfer fee if a new contract is not agreed upon.

Vinicius joined Real Madrid from Flamengo in 2018 and has since established himself as a crucial player for the team, contributing significantly to their recent success.