Mourinho told Vinicius Jr ‘not worth’ leaving Real
Jose Mourinho told Vinicius Jr it was “not worth” leaving Real Madrid as he successfully persuaded the Brazilian to remain at the club. The 26-year-old had entered the final 12 months of his contract at the Bernabeu, meaning he would have been able to leave Real for free next summer. Premier League champions Arsenal were […]
Jose Mourinho revealed to Spanish TV show El Chiringuito that he convinced Vinicius Jr it was "not worth" leaving Real Madrid. The 26-year-old Brazilian had reached the final year of his contract, which would have allowed him to move for free next summer. Arsenal was alerted to his potential departure, but Vinicius Jr eventually signed a six-year contract with Real earlier this month.
Mourinho told the Brazilian he should not leave, as he only knows what Real Madrid is when he leaves the club. Mourinho defended Vinicius Jr, stating that Prestianni, who allegedly racially abused the player, was his player and he would always stand by him. The coach also revealed that Rodri expressed doubts about joining Real Madrid, which made Mourinho doubtful as well.
Mourinho believes he has returned to the club a more controlled and less emotional manager, while still maintaining his entertaining nature.
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