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Fabrizio Romano Transfer News: Vinicius Jr latest, Arsenal medical booked, Diomande deal
6 Aug 2026 07:01 BST |
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Fabrizio Romano provides major updates on Vinicius Jr's Real Madrid contract, Yae Mane's imminent move, Bruno Guimaraes to Arsenal, Manchester United's striker plans, Mickey Moore and Takehiro Tomiyasu.
Vinicius Jr holds positive Real Madrid contract talks
Real Madrid are increasingly confident that Vinicius Jr will commit his future to the club after fresh talks in Madrid.
“After a face-to-face meeting today in Madrid between Vinicius Jr, his representatives from Roc Nation and the Real Madrid board, the agreement for Vinicius Jr to stay at Real Madrid and sign a new contract is getting really close. Vinicius is now increasingly close to staying at Real Madrid and signing a new deal,” Romano told his YouTube channel.
“There is huge confidence from Real Madrid. The club now want a final and definitive answer from Vinicius in the next few hours. They never wanted this to become a long saga and have always pushed for a quick resolution.
“The optimism is shared by Real Madrid, Vinicius himself and his representatives. The agreement over a new contract is now very close.
Current ETV
Vinícius Júnior
F (CL), M (L)
Real Madrid
Vinícius Júnior
F (CL), M (L)
Real Madrid
ETV Range
€86.6M - €105.9M
“Before we can say the story is over, we still have to wait for Vinicius to officially tell Real Madrid that he accepts the proposal. But today the club arrived with an improved offer. The guaranteed net salary is higher than €22 million and it is a long-term contract. The proposal is on a higher level than many of the rumours suggested in recent weeks.
“I have always said that the priority was for Vinicius and Real Madrid to clarify the situation, because staying at the club has always been his priority. Now the discussions are entering the final stages. The player, the club and his agents are all optimistic.
“I can also tell you that manager Joao Mourinho has been involved in the process. According to my information, he has pushed for Vinicius Jr to remain at Real Madrid and has shared very positive feedback with the board. The feeling is now extremely optimistic on both sides.
“We now wait for the player's final approval, but today's breaking news is that Vinicius Jr is getting closer to signing a new contract at Real Madrid.”
Yan Diomande set for imminent Real Madrid announcement
Romano says the transfer is complete and only the formalities remain before Real Madrid make it official.
“Yan Diomande is expected to receive authorisation from RB Leipzig in the next few hours to travel, complete his medical and become a new Real Madrid player,” Romano said.
“As I record this video, the official statement announcing Diomande as a Real Madrid player could arrive tonight or tomorrow. It is really imminent.
“Everything has been agreed between Real Madrid and RB Leipzig. They are simply waiting for the player to travel for his medical and sign the contract, which is completely normal in football.
“My information is that Yan Diomande will soon be in Madrid, will sign his contract and will become a Real Madrid player. That has always been my position. There have been many stories around this deal, but I have always told you to stay calm because he would end up at Real Madrid, and that is exactly what is happening.”
Current ETV
Yan Diomande
F (RL), M (L)
RB Leipzig
Yan Diomande
F (RL), M (L)
RB Leipzig
ETV Range
€38.9M - €64.8M
Manchester United striker situation explained
Romano addressed growing speculation linking Manchester United with a new forward.
“What I can clarify today is that, at the moment, there is nothing close and nothing advanced. There have been plenty of reports and leaks, but right now there is no advanced agreement,” he said.
“I'll explain more in the next videos with additional details, but that is the current situation.”
Bruno Guimaraes to Arsenal is done
Arsenal’s move for Newcastle’s Bruno Guimaraes is complete, with only the formal announcement to come.
“Bruno Guimaraes has authorisation to travel and undergo his medical as a new Arsenal player,” Romano confirmed.
“Everything is done. The fee is £75 million. It was the big story this morning. Bruno is going to join Arsenal. That's guaranteed and that's completed.”
Mickey Moore closes in on loan exit
Tottenham youngster Mickey Moore is nearing another temporary move away for the season after a successful stint with Rangers last term.
Romano confirmed: “Mickey Moore is one step away from joining Koln on loan from Tottenham.
“They are just waiting for final approval for him to travel, complete his medical and sign the contract. It will be a straight loan with no purchase option and no obligation to buy.”
Current ETV
Mikey Moore
F, M (L)
Tottenham
Mikey Moore
F, M (L)
Tottenham
ETV Range
€14.5M - €17.8M
Takehiro Tomiyasu agrees Crystal Palace move
Crystal Palace have completed an agreement to sign former Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu.
“Takehiro Tomiyasu's agreement with Crystal Palace is done. The player completed his medical yesterday according to my information, so it's a here we go,” Romano said.
“Tomiyasu has passed his medical and agreed his contract. The deal will be signed in the next 24 to 48 hours. It could happen tomorrow or on Friday.
“The former Arsenal defender, who spent the second half of last season in Italy, is going to become a new Crystal Palace player. Oliver Glasner wanted to sign him a few years ago but it wasn't possible at that time. Palace have remained convinced by Tomiyasu, the player impressed during his trial period and they have now decided to complete the signing.”
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