Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso gave his opinion on the future of Vinicius Junior, who begins the season in a very different situation from that of last year.
No longer being the star of the Madrid attack, Alonso chose to leave him on the bench for their second game of the season.
However, the Basque coach sparked a reaction from Vinicius, who came into play for the last half hour, during which he marked and issued a decisive pass. His put on the bench intervenes in a context of doubts as to his future, while there are two years left on his contract and no resumption of contractual negotiations is planned before the end of the season.
“I am very happy with Vini” – Xabi Alonso
Despite this, Alonso told the media on Friday that he would play a fundamental role during his mandate.
“I am very happy with Vini. Against Oviedo, he showed that he could have a significant impact as a replacement. We are only just starting … and it will be fundamental. »»
Naturally, any other choice would have brought a new turning point to history, which Alonon probably wishes to avoid. Real Madrid coach said he expected Vinicius to adopt the right attitude.
“In a wardrobe, the main thing is that everyone is ready to contribute, whether on the field or elsewhere. To really believe it is essential. Believing the group is important. And everyone here believes it. Vinicius is important in this area, Valverde, Courtois… They are all very important. »»
“Left winger, a good position for Rodrygo” – Alonso
This week, it was reported that Rodrygo Goes had asked Alonso the opportunity to compete with Vinicius on the left side of the attack, after being generally placed on the right by Carlo Ancelotti, in order to reconcile Rodrygo and Vinicius.
“It was at the best of its form in different positions. It was number new and even number ten. But I think the left winger suits him perfectly. After a few less played matches … It was important that he finds the team's dynamics. »»
“To tell you what I'm going to do would not be very intelligent on my part (laughs). We'll see tomorrow », Ra alonso when asked who would play this post against the RCD Mallorca this Saturday evening.
