Real Madrid forward Vinicius Jr defended his conduct after confronting Barcelona teenager Lamine Yamal following a 2-1 victory on Sunday. The 25-year-old Brazilian walked off the field after his substitution in the 72nd minute and later engaged in heated exchanges with opposing players. Five players received yellow cards for their involvement in the incident, while backup goalkeeper Andriy Lunin was sent off.
Coach Xabi Alonso downplayed concerns about Vinicius telling cameras he wanted to leave the club. The manager said he would focus on the positive aspects of the player's performance and address the matter privately. Vinicius has one year left on his contract and extension talks have stalled.
Captain Dani Carvajal will have arthroscopic surgery on his right knee after medical staff found a loose body in the joint. The 33-year-old defender has appeared seven times this season and came off the bench against Barcelona. He missed most of last year after tearing two ligaments and a tendon in the same knee.
Coach Xabi Alonso downplayed concerns about Vinicius telling cameras he wanted to leave the club. The manager said he would focus on the positive aspects of the player's performance and address the matter privately. Vinicius has one year left on his contract and extension talks have stalled.
Captain Dani Carvajal will have arthroscopic surgery on his right knee after medical staff found a loose body in the joint. The 33-year-old defender has appeared seven times this season and came off the bench against Barcelona. He missed most of last year after tearing two ligaments and a tendon in the same knee.
