Overview
- Vinicius Jr. reacted angrily to being substituted in the Clasico, shouted that he would leave the team, ignored coach Xabi Alonso and briefly headed to the dressing room before later being restrained during on-field confrontations.
- Former World Cup winner Christophe Dugarry denounced the forward on RMC Sport as “unbearable,” while analyst Sami Khedira said the scene was full of negative energy that drags the team down.
- Reporting in Spain says contract extension talks are currently on hold, with the player’s camp said to be seeking a 30% raise to about €20 million per year and alleged interest from Saudi clubs mentioned as a possibility.
- Sport Bild, citing e-noticies, reports club president Florentino Pérez is displeased and would not rule out a sale if a suitable offer arrives, with Bayern’s Michael Olise named as a potential replacement option.
- Despite the controversy, Real Madrid won the Clasico 2–1 to lead LaLiga by five points, and Vinicius has produced five goals and four assists in 13 matches this season.