Real Madrid’s management have faced difficulties for several months in negotiating a new contract with Brazilian star Vinicius Junior. Now the reasons behind the situation have become clear. Vinicius Junior, while considering a new deal with the club, did not know what Xabi Alonso’s future would be. Local insider Fabrizio Romano shared details about the tensions behind it.
According to Romano, the relationship between Vinicius and Xabi Alonso has been problematic for months. The incident in the first “El Clasico” of the season’s first half also proves it. Although Real beat Barcelona, everyone remembers Vinicius’ reaction when he was substituted.
Of course, Xabi Alonso tried to fix the situation. He took the necessary steps to reach an understanding with the players. Regarding his new contract with Real, Vinicius was waiting to see how the situation involving Xabi Alonso at the club would end. This became a key point for all processes at Real.
Additionally, this situation affected the club’s broader issues and strategic decisions.
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