However, in comments reported by TNT Sports Brazilthe Basque coach did not fail to send nice words to his Brazilian striker. Statements which put to rest rumors of conflict between the two men.
“The relationship with Vinicius Jr is very good. Vini is considered a key player and there is mutual trust between us. We talk before matches, he knows what I think, I know what he thinks. This is the best way to make decisions together,” he said. Statements which should reassure supporters of the Madrid club.
Vinicius starts against Olympiakos
Held in check this Sunday evening in La Liga on the pitch of Elche, Real Madrid wants to bounce back this Wednesday evening on the pitch of Olympiakos and end its series of 3 consecutive matches without victory in all competitions.
On the bench this weekend in La Liga, Vinicius Junior is present in Xabi Alonso’s starting 11 in the left lane for this 5th day of the Champions League. The Brazilian is associated with Kylian Mbappé and Arda Guler on the attacking front.
Here is the Real Madrid starting 11: Lunin – Mendy, Carreras, Raul Asensio, Alexander-Arnold – Tchouameni, Camavinga, Valverde – Vinicius, Guler, Mbappé
