The tension is rising at Real Madrid, with Vinicius Junior expressing dissatisfaction over a lack of recognition within the club.
The Brazilian forward, who has been a key player for the team in recent seasons, reportedly feels sidelined by the management of the locker room and the decisions of coach Carlo Ancelotti.
Growing Frustration
Vinicius, who has frequently been a target of racist abuse in Spain, had previously hinted that these incidents might prompt him to leave the country.
However, it now seems that his discomfort extends to the internal management of Real Madrid. According to sources close to the player, he is frustrated by the arrival of Kylian Mbappé and the rise of Jude Bellingham—two stars who seem to overshadow his influence.
Currently injured, the winger watches with bitterness as tactical changes appear to threaten his preferred position on the left wing, which could be taken over by Mbappé.
Tensions with Mbappé and Bellingham
Vinicius Junior is unhappy with the preferential treatment given to his teammates. He reportedly took issue with Jude Bellingham’s prominence last season, feeling that the Englishman was favored at the expense of his own performances, which, in his view, cost him the Ballon d’Or.
His dissatisfaction with Mbappé is on a different level: Vinicius accuses the Frenchman of failing to meet expectations on the field while receiving unwavering support from Ancelotti.
Frictions in the Dressing Room
The discord doesn’t stop there. Rodrygo, a close friend of Vinicius, is also said to feel marginalized since Mbappé’s arrival, particularly in terms of playing time.
A symbolic incident highlighted this tension: during a penalty awarded against Getafe (which was later overturned by VAR), Mbappé initially offered the penalty kick to Rodrygo, but Ancelotti reportedly insisted that the Frenchman take it instead, which frustrated the Brazilian.
An Uncertain Future
Given the growing tensions, Vinicius is reportedly considering a move to Saudi Arabia. While he had previously stated that he was happy at Real Madrid despite the challenges, this new situation could cause him to reconsider.
A departure from the Brazilian would mark a turning point for the club, and Ancelotti’s previously praised management of the squad is now being questioned. If the tensions continue, a significant transfer window shake-up could be on the horizon.
