Released before the end of the match between his Real Madri team and FC Barcelona last Sunday (2-1, 10th day of La Liga), Vinicius Junior took his coach's decision very badly. Returning directly to the locker room, the Brazilian greatly upset Xabi Alonso who expressly asked him to come back and sit on the bench. Three days after the incident, the player spoke out.
This Wednesday, he posted an apology message on social networks. “Today I would like to apologize to all Real Madrid fans for my reaction when I was substituted during the Clasico. » Adding that he had already apologized today to his partners during training, Vinicius wanted to “Apologize again to your teammates, the club and the president”.
Then he gave a reason for his behavior.
“Sometimes my passion takes over; I always want to win and help my team. My competitive spirit stems from the love I have for this club and everything it represents. » And the Merengue player concludes with a resolution. “I promise to continue fighting every second for the good of Real Madrid, as I have done since day one. »
Vinicius apologizes and promises
At the time of his stormy exit, Xabi Alonso had sent one of his staff members to speak to him. With a clear message: either he came back quickly, or he wouldn't have much playing time. Finally, Vinicius Junior gave in and reappeared, before celebrating the victory with his family.
It remains to be seen whether his excuses will have cleared things up in the minds of his coach and the management of Real. For the moment, the rest of the locker room seems to support him. To be continued.
