{
  "id": 15361136,
  "title": "LaLiga: I would have left Real Madrid if I were Vinicius Junior - Mourinho",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/18/laliga-i-would-have-left-real-madrid-if-i-were-vinicius-junior",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-18T05:44:42.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/10/18/laliga-i-would-have-left-real-madrid-if-i-were-vinicius-junior-mourinho/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho revealed he would have left the club during the summer transfer window if he were winger Vinicius Junior. The Brazilian forward's decision to stay in Spain despite facing a lack of respect, demonstrated the esteem he commands. Despite the challenges and mistreatment Vinicius Jr faced, Mourinho stressed his deep admiration for the player, noting they maintain a strong relationship. He emphasized that Vinicius Jr has the ability to make a transfer during the summer window, but chose to stay due to his emotional attachment to Madrid and the city. Mourinho stated, \"He is a spectacular guy, and it's easy to have a good relationship with him. I spend a few minutes alone with him every single day. I value him tremendously because he always manages to get by, to survive, with a smile on his face.\" If he were in Vinicius Jr's shoes, Mourinho wouldn't have stayed. However, given his devotion to Madrid and the belief that circumstances will improve, he decided to renew his contract and maintain a positive outlook. Mourinho highlighted that Vinicius Jr had multiple options during the summer transfer window, but his decision to stay showcases his outstanding character.",
  "summary": "The manager of Real Madrid, Jose Mourinho has made a striking assertion that he would have left the club during the summer transfer window had he been in Vinicius Jr's position. He asserted that the Brazilian's decision to remain in a country and league where he experiences a lack of respect merits recognition, particularly as […] LaLiga: I would have left Real Madrid if I were Vinicius Junior -…",
  "key_points": [
    "Mourinho would have left Real Madrid if he were Vinicius Junior.",
    "Vinicius Jr's decision to stay shows his strong character.",
    "Mourinho admires Vinicius Jr and values their relationship."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Adom Online",
        "title": "Mourinho ‘would have forced’ Real Madrid exit if he were Vinicius",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/18/mourinho-would-have-forced-real-madrid-exit-if-he-were-vinicius",
        "published": "2026-10-18T07:04:46.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}