Vinicius Junior has yet to agree to a contract extension with Real Madrid -Credit:SOPA Images, SOPA Images/LightRocket via Getty ImagesThe tide appears to be turning in Arsenal's favor in the pursuit of Vinicius Junior's potential blockbuster transfer from Real Madrid, according to football.london.Real Madrid have not, and seemingly will not, barring a dramatic change of stance, budge from their current position regarding a contract renewal offer to the Brazilian star.Reports from Marca on Friday indicated that the latest proposal put to Vini Jr and his representatives is considered 'final.'Donald Trump sparks outrage with Harry Kane World Cup commentsArgentina World Cup Final red card rescinded, face potential FIFA disciplinary action -Credit:Koji Watanabe, Getty ImagesVinicius Junior's preference has been to remain with Los Blancos; however, Madrid's reluctance to negotiate beyond their current offer has seen sentiment begin to shift.This is opening the door for Arsenal, who at every level are united in their determination to secure a deal should the player's future at Madrid remain unresolved this summer.football.london understands no decision has yet been reached, and the player will not rush into a choice, but the picture is clear where both Madrid and Arsenal now stand.This is precisely the scenario currently developing in the Spanish capital. Mikel Arteta outlined an ambitious vision for the club's summer plans, much of which would be fulfilled by securing the arrival of Vinicius Junior.To listen to the latest episode of 'All Out Soccer' - CLICK HERE"A lot is happening," Arteta said in his first interview of the summer. "We all know about the context of this transfer window."From ownership to the board, the sporting director and myself, we know that we want to take this club to a different level. That is going to require a better squad, better individuals."We have identified where we have opportunities to grow and to improve and to evolve our game and what is going to be needed to achieve that. Hopefully, very soon we can start to put things in a very concrete way."The club are also edging closer to securing Newcastle United midfielder and Vini Jr's Brazilian compatriot Bruno Guimaraes.A fee in the region of 80 million ($107.7 million) is anticipated to be reached, with intermediaries playing a pivotal role in behind-the-scenes negotiations and add-ons expected to prove decisive in sealing the final deal.