Alonso breaks his silence on the conflict with Vinicius, revealing a surprising detail in the Brazilian star's apology

01/11/2025 16:39:00 ceshi

After days of silence amid rumors of internal conflict, coach Xabi Alonso has finally spoken out about the incident involving Vinicius Junior. The Spanish manager confirmed that there is no clash between him and the player, and revealed a surprising detail about their discussion during the team meeting after the El Clasico match.

The issue originated from Real Madrid’s 2-1 win over Barcelona last weekend, when Alonso substituted Vinicius in the 72nd minute. This decision upset the Brazilian player, who repeatedly shouted "Why me?" and showed his displeasure on live television. Afterwards, Vinicius even went straight into the tunnel without sitting on the bench.

The 25-year-old forward’s impulsive actions sparked rumors of a serious disagreement with Alonso. Some sources in Spain claimed Vinicius viewed his relationship with the coach as "beyond repair," even considering leaving Real Madrid if things did not improve. However, Vinicius still posted an apology on social media addressed to fans, the club, and President Florentino Perez—but did not mention Alonso, which intensified media suspicion.

Xabi Alonso breaks his silence about his relationship with Vinicius

Before the Valencia match, Alonso spoke to clear up all speculation: "Did Vinicius apologize to me? We had a full team meeting on Wednesday and he behaved excellently. He spoke frankly, honestly, and showed maturity. For me, it ended right there."

When asked about being "omitted" in Vinicius’s apology post, Alonso simply smiled: "That post was very positive, sincere, and heartfelt. What matters is not who is mentioned, but the message he intended to send. I am completely satisfied. Since Wednesday, this matter has been closed."

The Spanish coach also stressed that Vinicius remains a vital part of the team and will not face punishment: "We trained very well yesterday, and I saw Vini very focused. The entire team is aiming for the same goal. There is no retaliation or exclusion. Everyone understands the most important thing is the match and collective spirit."

According to insider sources, Alonso was actually very angry about Vinicius’s behavior at El Clasico but chose to resolve it quietly through a private meeting between the coaching staff and key players. In that meeting, Vinicius stood up, admitted his mistake, and apologized directly to the whole team—an action believed to have made Alonso "erase all grievances."

Since the start of the season, under Alonso’s guidance, Vinicius has been performing impressively with 5 goals and 4 assists in 10 La Liga games. Although there have been debates about the new coach’s tough style—considered "too strict" compared to Carlo Ancelotti previously—Alonso’s approach shows he is trying to restore discipline and professionalism in the Real Madrid locker room.

With firm statements and a gentle approach, Alonso has put an end to the rumors and strengthened trust within the team. "We are all rowing in the same boat," he said. "We want to move forward together and focus on what matters most—winning."

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