Philippe Albert has told GOAL that Manchester City star Jeremy Doku is capable of hitting the heights scaled by fellow left wingers Vinicius Junior and Luis Diaz. The Belgium international forward has been made aware of where he needs to improve in order to join the global elite, with the tricky 24-year-old being accused of trying too much at times.
Jose Mourinho and Kylian Mbappe have publicly supported Vinicius Junior after the Brazilian forward was whistled by Real Madrid supporters during their recent Champions League victory. The attacker is currently enduring a difficult nine-game goal drought and faces a lengthy domestic suspension.
Jose Mourinho has firmly rejected the idea that any Real Madrid player, including Vinicius Junior, is guaranteed a starting spot. Speaking ahead of their Champions League clash with RB Leipzig, the Portuguese manager insisted that performances on the pitch dictate selection.
Jose Mourinho has sensationally suggested that Vinicius Junior should have turned his back on Real Madrid during the summer transfer window. The legendary manager believes the Brazilian superstar deserves to play in a league where he receives more fundamental respect than he currently finds in La Liga amid Arsenal's interest.
Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho brushed off media obsession surrounding Vinicius Junior after the winger was ruled out of the Sevilla clash through suspension. The Portuguese coach reflected on their midweek European battle against Roma while confirming five changes to maintain squad freshness.
Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has offered a typically sarcastic response to Vinicius Junior's four-match suspension in Liga. The Brazilian winger will crucially miss the upcoming Clasico against Barcelona following his red card against Villarreal.
Real Madrid are facing a major reshuffle on the left wing after Vinicius Junior was handed a four-match ban for a hair-pulling incident. The suspension opens the door for €146 million summer signing Yan Diomande to finally stake his claim as a regular starter ahead of El Clasico.
French legend Marcel Desailly has sensationally suggested that Real Madrid should have cashed in on Vinicius Junior during the summer transfer window. The 1998 World Cup winer believes the ongoing tactical struggle to fit both the Brazilian and Kylian Mbappe into the same starting XI is detrimental to the team's balance.
Liga has officially condemned a series of insulting stadium chants directed at Vinicius Junior and Real Madrid over the weekend. The Brazilian forward was bizarrely targeted by Real Sociedad supporters during a match he was not even involved in.
Vinicius Jr has launched a passionate plea for La Liga officials to offer greater protection to the league's most creative talents after being hit with a significant suspension. The Brazilian superstar expressed his bewilderment at the disciplinary process following Real Madrid's dramatic European victory in Italy.
Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Junior has spoken out about his frustrations following a dramatic 4-3 victory over AS Roma in the Champions League. The Brazilian forward was visibly upset after being hauled off by manager Jose Mourinho at the Stadio Olimpico, sparking questions about his current form and relationship with the Blancos faithful.
Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior has hit out at Spanish football authorities after being handed a four-match suspension, which rules him out of the upcoming El Clasico against Barcelona, just moments before kick-off. The Brazilian winger expressed his frustration following Los Blancos' dramatic Champions League comeback against Roma, questioning both the timing of the decision and the lack of clarity regarding new disciplinary regulations.
Jose Mourinho launched a blistering tirade against Spanish football authorities after learning of Vinicius Junior's four-match domestic suspension just hours before Real Madrid's dramatic victory at Roma. The Portuguese manager accused officials of attempting to sabotage his Brazilian forward ahead of Wednesday's seven-goal European thriller.
Real Madrid head coach Jose Mourinho remains fully confident that Vinicius Junior will soon rediscover his best form following a difficult start to the season. The Brazilian forward was sent off in bizarre circumstances against Villarreal, but his manager believes a crucial turning point has finally been reached.
Real Madrid's narrow victory over Villarreal was overshadowed by a moment of madness that saw Vinicius Junior sent off and Marc Cucurella launch a sensational verbal attack on the officiating crew. The Brazilian forward was dismissed following a VAR intervention, sparking a furious reaction from his team-mates as the atmosphere turned toxic at the Santiago Bernabeu.
