Real Madrid have made their move in the ongoing effort to keep Vinicius Jr at the Santiago Bernabeu long-term, sending a formal counter-offer to the Brazilian forward and his camp as contract talks continue.

According to SkySportDE, the Spanish giants are hopeful of finally reaching an agreement after months of back-and-forth negotiations over new terms. The talks have dragged on for some time, with both sides working to close the gap on what would be one of the most significant contract renewals in the club's recent history.

Real Madrid are said to be fully aware of Arsenal's interest in the winger, a factor that has added real urgency to the club's push to get an extension over the line before any rival move gathers pace.