Arsenal ‘interested in astonishing Vinicius Jr transfer with idea to sign Real Madrid star approved at all levels’

ARSENAL are exploring a shock deal for Vinicius Junior, according to reports. The Gunners are looking to bolster their firepower as they prepare to defend their Premier League title. Vinicius Jr has emerged as a shock target for Arsenal Credit: Getty And according to The Athletic, the club are monitoring Vinicius Jr’s situation at the Bernabeu as he mulls over signing a new contract. The Brazilian, who is in the final year of his Real contract, is one of several options the club are considering following the World Cup. Sign up for the Arsenal newsletter Thank you! Vinicius Jr, 26, has been at Real for eight years, and registered 22 goals across all competitions last season. The report adds that interest is at an early stage, with club-to-club talks yet to take place. But there is cause for optimism, with the idea of signing the former Flamengo winger “approved” at all levels, meaning both manager Mikel Arteta and transfer chief Andrea Berta are supportive of the deal. Arsenal confirmed a deal to sign former Norwich star Christos Tzolis for £35million from Club Brugge earlier this week. SunSport then exclusively revealed they were preparing to splash £70m on Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes, while they would also battle Tottenham for the signature of £51m-rated RB Leipzig winger Antonio Nusa. A move for Vinicius, who recently underwent chin harmonisation surgery, would represent the crown jewel in any recruitment done this summer. Most read in Sport BEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UK Arsenal ticket and hospitality deals GET tickets to see Arsenal home games with these official deals. The packages include optional upgrades to VIP hospitality. 21 Aug v Coventry City — BOOK HERE 6 Sep v Chelsea — BOOK HERE 10 Oct v Leeds United — BOOK HERE 24 Oct v Everton — BOOK HERE 7 Nov v Hull City — BOOK HERE More games available here. *If you click on a link in this article, we will earn affiliate revenue. More to follow… For the latest news on this story keep checking back at The Sun Online Thesun.co.uk is your go-to destination for the best celebrity news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/thesun and follow us on TikTok @TheSun. Comment now