Barcelona president Joan Laporta is reportedly interested in signing Vinicius Junior in the upcoming summer transfer window. As per a report by E-Noticies, Laporta is making a determined effort to secure the signing. Negotiations between Madrid and Vinicius Junior regarding a new contract have allegedly been paused. Barcelona has inquired about the Brazilian star's situation, although acquiring him is deemed very challenging due to the rivalry between the clubs and financial constraints. Despite these hurdles, Laporta remains intent on pursuing the high-profile signing to strengthen Barcelona's squad. However, Real Madrid president Florentino Perez is reportedly unlikely to sanction such a transfer, considering the historical rivalry and the competitive advantage it would grant Barcelona. Furthermore, Barcelona's financial limitations pose an additional challenge to the potential transfer.