Vinicius Jr. Signs Contract Extension with Real Madrid Until 2032
Vinicius Jr. Commits to Real Madrid
Madrid, Spain - August 7: Real Madrid has officially confirmed that their star forward, Vinicius Jr., has signed a contract extension that will keep him at the club until 2032, putting an end to rumors regarding a potential transfer.
The prestigious club, known for its multiple UEFA Champions League and La Liga titles, released a statement clarifying that the Brazilian player, who had been linked to a move to Premier League champions Arsenal, will remain with them.
In their announcement, Real Madrid stated, “Real Madrid CF and Vinicius Jr. have reached an agreement to extend the contract of our player, who is now committed to the club until June 30, 2032.”
Vinicius Jr. joined Real Madrid in July 2018 at just 18 years old. Over his eight seasons with the team, he has made 375 appearances, netting 128 goals and securing 14 titles, including two Champions League trophies, three FIFA Club World Cups, two UEFA Super Cups, three La Liga championships, one Copa del Rey, and three Spanish Super Cups.
The talented forward has played a crucial role in these victories, notably scoring in the Champions League finals of 2022 and 2024.
His contributions have also earned him numerous accolades, including the 'Best FIFA Men’s Player Award 2024', 'Golden Ball of the Intercontinental Cup 2024', 'Best Player of the Champions League 2023-2024', 'Golden Ball of the Club World Cup 2022', and 'Best Young Player of the Champions League 2021-2022'.
Additionally, he has been recognized in the FIFA World XI (2024), made the FIFA FIFPro World11 twice (2023 and 2024), and has been selected three times for the Champions League Team of the Season (2021-2022, 2022-2023, and 2023-2024).
In closing, Real Madrid praised the 26-year-old as “one of the most significant players during one of the most successful eras in our history.”