Just in: Real Madrid rule out Vinicius sale amid Arsenal interest; confident of renewal agreement

Just in: Real Madrid rule out Vinicius sale amid Arsenal interest; confident of renewal agreement Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr. will be staying at the Santiago Bernabeu beyond the current summer transfer window, as per the latest update from Sky Sports . Despite intense media speculation over the past few weeks linking the 26-year-old Brazilian international with a blockbuster move to Arsenal, the Los Blancos have firmly closed the door on any potential transfer. Even though his contract situation has become a major topic of concern, the Spanish capital club have absolutely no intention of selling their star asset under any circumstances. Not going anywhere The definitive update effectively shuts down a series of mounting rumours that had suggested a growing vulnerability in Real Madrid’s attacking ranks. Following a high-profile summer transfer window heavily defined by massive financial recruitment, most notably the imminent arrival of Yan Diomande in a deal worth over €100 million, speculations grew about a possible marquee departure. Not going anywhere. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) Arsenal have been credited with a genuine, concrete interest in Vinicius , looking to capitalise on the fact that negotiations over his contract renewal had experienced a standstill. However, newly returned head coach Jose Mourinho has been entirely uncompromising behind the scenes . The manager has informed Florentino Perez that keeping his superstar players, Vinicius, Kylian Mbappe, and Jude Bellingham together remains an absolute, non-negotiable priority for the upcoming domestic and European campaigns High confidence over contract renewal While Vinicius has entered a delicate phase of his tenure in Spain, with his current contract entering its final year, the hierarchy at the Bernabeu remains entirely relaxed. Renewal agreement likely. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images) Indeed, as per the report, Real Madrid executives are highly confident that a complete agreement on a new, long-term contract extension will be finalised in the near future. Further face-to-face talks have been scheduled with the player’s representatives this week to iron out the final financial variables and structure a wage packet that reflects his elite standing in world football. The Real Madrid board remains fully assured of the Brazilian winger’s long-standing commitment to the club, meaning his long-term future looks set to remain firmly rooted in the Spanish capital despite constant speculation.