Mourinho Warns No 'Untouchable' Stars at Real Madrid
The manager cited the recent impact of record $157 million signing Yan Diomande as evidence that performance determines selection.
- On Tuesday, Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho warned that no player is "untouchable," addressing Brazilian winger Vinicius Junior's role ahead of Wednesday's Champions League match against Leipzig.
- Vinicius has struggled for form this season and is serving a four-match La Liga ban for hair-pulling, creating opportunity for Ivorian winger Yan Diomande to impress after scoring against Sevilla on Sunday.
- "Only the club badge is untouchable," Mourinho told reporters, emphasizing that status, transfer fees, and years at the club do not determine selection; only performance on the pitch matters.
- Madrid hosts the Bundesliga side aiming for a third Champions League victory from three matches, though the team remains third in La Liga, trailing leaders Barcelona ahead of Sunday's visit.
- French defender Ibrahima Konate praised the former Chelsea and Manchester United coach, noting Mourinho commands respect because "he doesn't need to speak and everyone will listen and respect him.
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Mourinho keeps Valverde on the side, against all forecasts. Diomande stays on the bench and Vinicius is the holder.
Rafael Reis blog explains why Vinícius Junior has to deal with the match against RB Leipzig, for the third round of the Champions, as a final
Mourinho expressed himself in this way when asked whether the post of Vinicius could be threatened by Yan Diomande.
Celebrity-life, separation, desert conspiracy theories: Real Madrid's Vinícius has lost its form, he is missing in the league. However, he is allowed to take a stand against Leipzig – a different one has long been considered a good alternative.
No player is ‘untouchable’ — Real Madrid boss Mourinho warns players, including Vinicius Junior
Vinicius Jr. has struggled to score for Real Madrid this season, with just one strike in 10 matches, while Yan Diomande has impressed in the same position, along the flanks.
Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho has insisted that no player is untouchable and receives special treatment under his watch.
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