Softfootball understands that Real Madrid head coach Xabi Alonso has made it clear that Vinicius Jr remains a central figure at the club, even as criticism from sections of the fanbase continues to grow.
The conversation picked up after Madrid's convincing 5-1 win over Real Betis earlier this month. Speaking in a recent press conference, as reported by Fabrizio Romano via his official X account , Alonso underlined how much the team still relies on the winger.
He said: