Latest transfer news and rumors: Vinicius Jr. commits future to Madrid

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Top story: Vini Jr. closing in on new deal

Vinicius Junior is rejecting the promise of riches in Saudi Arabia - at least for the time being. The Brazilian winger has agreed to a new contract with Real Madrid until June 2029, landing a salary increase after going back and forth with the club over the past few months.

Vinicius was seriously considering leaving for Saudi Arabia but only for a short time. As all the offers he received from the Middle East were long-term, the 24-year-old decided to remain in Europe. Madrid became his priority after that. The club and player are only a few minor details away from finalizing the deal. (Relevo)

Other rumors

April 23

Saudis turn to Raphinha: After losing out on Mohamed Salah, Al-Hilal have offered Ballon d'Or contender Raphinha a four-year contract worth $200 million to join them from Barcelona. For now, the Brazilian has no intention of leaving. (SPORT)

Madrid could clean house: David Alaba, Luka Modric, and Lucas Vazquez are playing for their future in the final two months of a disappointing season at Real Madrid. Modric and Vazquez's contracts expire in July after the Club World Cup, while the oft-injured Alaba's big salary remains a burden. (AS)

Spurs join Rashford sweepstakes: Tottenham Hotspur are interested in signing Marcus Rashford as a replacement for Son Heung-min. Spurs could be first in line if Aston Villa opt against signing him on a permanent basis. (Football Transfers)

Partey extension talks ongoing: Arsenal want Thomas Partey to remain at the club. The midfielder, 31, is open to signing a two-year deal on improved financial terms, but would also consider a year-long extension that includes an option for one additional season. (The Athletic)

Felix reaches out to Benfica: With his unimpressive loan spell at AC Milan coming to an end and Chelsea unlikely to welcome him back, Joao Felix has opened talks with Benfica over a return to his boyhood club. The Blues are expected to ask for around €40 million. (CaughtOffside)

Liverpool not giving up on TAA: Despite widespread reports that Trent Alexander-Arnold will join Real Madrid on a free transfer this summer, Liverpool haven't abandoned hope that he could sign a new deal to stay at Anfield. (Liverpool Echo)

Forest set price for Murillo: Nottingham Forest are hoping the promise of Champions League football convinces standout center-back Murillo to sign a long-term extension. If Arsenal and Liverpool could swoop in, Forest would demand around €80 million. (CaughtOffside)

April 22

Man United all-in on Cunha: Manchester United are prepared to trigger Matheus Cunha's £62.5-million release clause - even if it requires some squad gymnastics. Selling Marcus Rashford could free up funds. (The Guardian)

More noise around Wirtz: Bayer Leverkusen believe Bayern Munich are trying to put public pressure on them to sell Florian Wirtz for €110 million, a much lower figure than the defending champions would ever consider accepting. (Kicker)

Manchester derby for Costa: While Manchester United ramp up interest in Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa, Manchester City have indicated they'd pay €58 million for Portugal's No. 1 shot-stopper. Porto hope a bidding war drives the price closer to his €75-million release clause. (Correio da Manha)

Arteta crazy about Williams: Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta would love to sign Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams, but the 22-year-old is yet to decide whether to leave the Champions League-chasing Basque club at the end of the season. (GiveMeSport)

Arsenal move quickly for Gyokeres: The Gunners may not have any money left to sign Williams if they strike an early deal for Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyokeres. Negotiations are already underway for the 46-goal poacher. (Football Insider)

Man City want to keep Silva: Manchester City still see Bernardo Silva as a key figure and hope he stays for at least one more season. But the club is aware that a bid from Barcelona or Benfica could tempt the midfielder. (GiveMeSport)

Sesko still on United's radar: Manchester United have been in contact with Benjamin Sesko's agent since expressing initial interest in the RB Leipzig striker in 2022. Sesko rejected the move back then and ended up leaving Red Bull Salzburg for Leipzig in 2023. (Manchester Evening News)

EPL battle for Lazio defender: Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur have short-listed Lazio center-back Mario Gila as a potential defensive recruit. The Italian club would allow the Spanish player to leave for around €40 million. (CaughtOffside)

April 21

Garnacho chase getting crowded: Napoli are expected to launch a pursuit of the Argentina international with the cash left over from Khvicha Kvaratskhelia's January transfer, but don't count out Chelsea, Atletico Madrid, or Bayer Leverkusen in the coming months. (TEAMtalk)

Madrid keeping tabs on Rodri: Real Madrid still hold an interest in Rodri, even though the Manchester City star is recovering from a long-term injury. The 2024 Ballon d'Or winner is under contract until 2027. (Bild)

Reds to discuss trio: The futures of Douglas Luiz, Diogo Jota, and Ibrahim Konate are expected to be decided during upcoming meetings in which Liverpool executives will discuss new deals for the trio. (Football Insider)

Kean could stay with Viola: Fiorentina's chances of keeping the Italian forward have been boosted with news that he could stay in order to help his chances of being selected to play at the 2026 World Cup. (Tuttomercatoweb)

New Szczesny deal close: Barcelona sporting director Deco hinted that Poland goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny will sign a new one-year deal. The 35-year-old previously said he's open to a backup role at the club. (Marca)

April 20

Amorim sets sights on Eze: Ruben Amorim wants to bring Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze to Old Trafford this summer. Manchester United need to pay around £50 million to seal any potential deal. (The Sun)

Man United's grand plan: Manchester United want to make a swap deal with Aston Villa. The transaction would see Marcus Rashford make his loan move at Villa permanent, with Ollie Watkins going the other way. (Daily Star)

Price set for Onana: Manchester United will only allow goalkeeper Andre Onana to leave Old Trafford if an offer in excess of £20 million arrives at their door. The Red Devils paid nearly £50 million for the netminder. (Daily Mirror)

Plan to replace Ederson: Manchester City are considering a move for Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa. His contract has a £63-million buyout clause, but City are hopeful a deal can be struck for around £50 million. (Daily Mirror)

Simeone eyeing Romero: Diego Simeone wants to bring compatriot Cristian Romero to Atletico Madrid and could try to sign the Argentine center-back before this summer's Club World Cup begins. (Sunday Express)

Santos turning heads: Andrey Santos' strong season on loan at Strasbourg has caught the attention of Bayern Munich, but the Brazilian midfielder is viewed by parent club Chelsea as a key piece for the future. (Daily Mail)

Como to keep Paz: Ambitious Serie A club Como want to retain rising star Nico Paz for one more season. Real Madrid have a buyback clause on the Argentine playmaker, but Como are working to keep him. (Fabrizio Romano)

Simons keeps options open: Xavi Simons could leave RB Leipzig this summer amid interest from Manchester United and Liverpool. Leipzig will demand €80 million for the Dutch attacking midfielder. (Sky Sport Germany)

April 19

Gyokeres prefers Arsenal: Viktor Gyokeres will have his pick of Europe's top clubs this summer, but the Swedish striker's first choice is to join Arsenal. Any deal would cost around €70 million. (A Bola)

Nunez expected to leave: Liverpool forward Darwin Nunez, who came close to joining Al-Nassr in the winter transfer window, is likely to depart Anfield this summer. The Uruguayan is open to a fresh start elsewhere. (Fabrizio Romano)

Reds monitor Watkins: With Nunez likely to leave and a hole up front needing to be filled, Liverpool are keeping tabs on Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins, who's seen as an alternative to Newcastle's Alexander Isak. (Football Insider)

Man City eye Gibbs-White: Florian Wirtz remains Manchester City's dream signing this summer, but plans are also being drawn up to acquire Nottingham Forest attacking midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White. (The Times)

Hojlund's likely destination: If misfiring striker Rasmus Hojlund leaves Manchester United this summer, he'll go back to Italy. Juventus, Napoli, and Inter are monitoring the former Atalanta forward. (Caught Offside)

Lewis-Skelly's new deal: Arsenal and Myles Lewis-Skelly are in talks over a contract extension. Both parties feel it's only a matter of time before the 18-year-old breakout star puts pen to paper. (Fabrizio Romano)

Race for Semenyo heats up: Manchester United are leading the race to sign Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo, but they face competition from multiple Premier League clubs for the 25-year-old forward. (Sky Sports)

Calling about Kim: Chelsea and Newcastle have both contacted Bayern Munich about the availability of center-back Kim Min-jae. The South Korean, 28, could leave the Bundesliga club this summer. (Foot Mercato)

April 18

Barca out on Williams: Barcelona are no longer targeting Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams, as they're satisfied with their current attacking options and feel the cost to sign Williams isn't justified. (Marca)

Rashford waiting for Barca: Despite Barcelona's apparent unwillingness to invest in more attackers, Marcus Rashford is hoping his form at Aston Villa will compel the La Liga giants to make a bid for him. (talkSPORT)

Clubs lined up for Van Dijk: Virgil van Dijk would've had his pick of the best clubs in Europe if he opted to leave Liverpool on a free transfer. Barcelona, Bayern Munich, and Chelsea were all prepared to make moves. (TBRFootball)

Ekitike convinces Liverpool: Eintracht Frankfurt forward Hugo Ekitike is likely to be Liverpool's main transfer target after impressing scouts for the Premier League club in a recent Europa League match. (CaughtOffside)

Bayern's secret Wirtz meeting: Bayern Munich are desperate to sign Bayer Leverkusen playmaker Florian Wirtz and spoke to his father about a potential move. Wirtz still has two years remaining on his contract. (Christian Falk)

Man United's prize: Manchester United will pursue Southampton's £100-million-rated midfielder Tyler Dibling if they win the Europa League, which would add an extra £80 million to their budget. (ESPN)

Zubimendi wants Madrid: Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi is prioritizing a summer move to Real Madrid despite reports that a deal with Arsenal is all but done. (Santi Aouna)

April 17

Al-Nassr tracking Caicedo: After reinforcing their attack with Jhon Duran's arrival from Aston Villa, free-spending Al-Nassr are considering a move for Chelsea's Moises Caicedo to strengthen their midfield. (The Telegraph)

Griezmann set to stay: Despite interest from Los Angeles FC, Antoine Griezmann will continue his career at Atletico Madrid after verbally agreeing to an extension until 2027. (Fabrizio Romano)

Juventus to target Tonali: Sandro Tonali's future at Newcastle has become uncertain with news of interest from Juve. Tonali has three goals in 30 games for the Champions League-chasing Magpies. (Gazzetta dello Sport)

Juve also eye Hojlund: The overhaul at Juventus could also lead the club to pursue Manchester United striker Rasmus Hojlund. A move for the Danish international hinges on Dusan Vlahovic's future. (Calciomercato)

Leipzig make Sesko decision: RB Leipzig are open to selling Arsenal-linked forward Benjamin Sesko this summer. But they'll only consider offers worth at least €95 million for the 21-year-old. (BILD)

Man Utd shopping for GK: Manchester United view Eintracht Frankfurt's Kaua Santos as a potential replacement for struggling 'keeper Andre Onana. Signing the Brazilian could cost United around €60 million. (BILD)

Coman interest picks up: Tottenham are expected to rival Arsenal to sign Bayern Munich's Kingsley Coman in the coming months. Bayern has primarily used Coman as a substitute. (TEAMtalk)