US Edition“I Didn’t Connect with Him” - Vinicius Jr Opens up on Strained Relationship with Ex-Real Madrid Boss Xabi Alonso
Vinicius Jr said he struggled to connect with Xabi Alonso and defended his partnership with Kylian Mbappe before a Champions League quarter-final.
- On Monday, Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior candidly addressed his relationship with former manager Xabi Alonso, admitting he struggled to establish a "connection" with the Spaniard during his tenure.
- Friction characterized the forward's time under Alonso, notably when Vinicius reacted angrily to an October substitution during the Clasico, prompting a public apology that did not mention the coach by name.
- Reflecting on his 33 appearances under Alonso, Vinicius recorded seven goals and 11 assists; he stated, "I couldn't connect with him, but I have a great connection with Arbeloa," comparing the rapport to Carlo Ancelotti's confidence-building approach.
- The Brazilian defended his bond with Kylian Mbappe ahead of the Champions League quarter-final against Bayern Munich, insisting their partnership remains "incredible" despite external criticism regarding tactical balance.
- Expressing a desire to stay "for many years," Vinicius confirmed he remains calm about his contract situation and possesses the confidence of president Florentino Perez amid the upcoming season-defining tests.
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The Brazilian striker spoke before the match against Bayern about the Champions League quarter-finals, but what he said about the relationships in the Real Madrid locker room was more interesting.
Vinicius Junior admits he 'couldn't connect' with Xabi Alonso at Real Madrid & defends his partnership with Kylian Mbappe
Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior has candidly addressed his relationship with former manager Xabi Alonso, admitting that he struggled to establish a "connection" with the Spaniard during his tenure. Speaking ahead of a massive Champions League clash with Bayern Munich, the Brazilian also defended his partnership with Kylian Mbappe, insisting their bond remains "incredible" despite external criticism.
The most notable difference between the Real Madrid of Xabi Alonso and that of Álvaro Arbeloa is Vinicius, who went from anger, frustration and drought to the beating exuberance. His cohabitation with the tolosarra technician did not work: “I think I could not connect with what he wanted, and with what the team wanted,” he recalled this Monday, the eve of the quarterfinals against Bayern Munich in the Bernabéu. “It was a difficult moment, becaus…
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