The move has sparked reaction from former Chelsea player John Obi Mikel, who questioned the expectations of Arsenal fans for the signing of Vini Jr. Mikel stated that he never believed Vini Jr. would leave Real Madrid, suggesting that the Brazilian forward used the interest of Arsenal to negotiate a new contract with his current club.
Vini Jr. has a history of winning titles with Real Madrid, including the Champions League, which Mikel believes would be a major draw for the player. In contrast, Arsenal has never won the Champions League, making it unlikely that Vini Jr. would leave Real Madrid for the English club.
Mikel's comments come after Vini Jr. successfully negotiated a contract extension with Real Madrid, securing his future at the club until 2032. The move has been seen as a significant blow to Arsenal's transfer ambitions, with Mikel suggesting that Vini Jr. was using the interest of the English club to get a better deal in Madrid.
The next step for Vini Jr. will be to continue playing for Real Madrid, with the club's fans eagerly awaiting his next move on the pitch.