Vinícius Jr. says Mourinho ‘wants me to be happy’ amid Arsenal links

Vinícius Júnior has spoken positively about his early days under new Real Madrid manager José Mourinho, telling The Guardian that things “have gone very well” as he gets to know the new coach. The Brazil winger was quoted as saying Mourinho “wants me to be happy” after his second day of pre-season training at the Bernabéu.

The comments arrive amid ongoing speculation linking the 26-year-old with a move to Arsenal. With only one year left on his current contract at Real Madrid, questions over his long-term future continue to circulate.

A key figure in Madrid’s attack in recent seasons, Vinícius appears focused on the new campaign under Mourinho for now, leaving any decision on his future to the clubs involved.