One of the main figures in Real Madrid’s squad – winger Vinicius Junior – is very unhappy with several of the decisions made by Xabi Alonso, who took over as manager this summer. This is reported by Bernabeu Digital. According to the website, Vinicius’ main complaint is that the coach is constantly testing new tactics.
The most recent example came in the semi-final of the Club World Cup against PSG, where Vinicius was placed in the completely unknown right-wing position. This led to further discomfort and misunderstandings in the player. Clearly, Vinicius does not want to abandon his traditional role, and has openly expressed dissatisfaction with this decision.
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Of course, the new head coach Alonso does not let go of his own approaches. He has pointed out that Vinicius does not contribute enough in defence, nor does he always follow tactical instructions fully. This creates clear trust and cooperation problems between the parties.
The conflict is not only between coach and player, but also between Vinicius and the club’s management. It is known that the Brazilian footballer demands a significantly higher salary. During the negotiations, he shows no hurry to extend his contract. Some sources state that Vinicius could leave the team if his demands are not met.
In this complicated situation – with internal disagreements within the club, the new manager’s experimental approach and the demands of the star player – the coaching staff faces serious challenges. There is a high probability that if these disagreements are not resolved soon, it could lead to even bigger changes in the team.
The club’s supporters are following the development closely. Any conflict will clearly affect the club’s future. If the trust between coach and player is not strengthened, there will be even more questions about Real Madrid before the new season – that is a fact.
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