Vinicius Jr has released a statement addressing his actions during and after Real Madrid’s meeting with FC Barcelona on Sunday.
Real Madrid beat Barcelona 2-1 in the latest instalment of El Clasico, with the Brazilian taking the headlines post-match.
Vinicius Jr was an unhappy figure after being taken off in the 72nd minute of the tie, and after he and some of his teammates clashed with Barcelona players post-match, he has now released a statement.
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It reads: “Today I want to apologize to all the Madridistas for my reaction when I was substituted in the Clásico. Just as I have already done in person during today’s training, I also want to apologize again to my teammates, the club, and the president.
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“Today I want to apologize to all the Madridistas for my reaction when I was substituted in the Clásico.
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“Sometimes passion gets the better of me because I always want to win and help my team. My competitive character stems from the love I feel for this club and everything it represents.
“I promise to keep fighting every second for the good of Real Madrid, as I have done since the first day.”
Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid looks on during La Liga match between Getafe and Real Madrid
Photo by Aitor Alcalde/Getty Images
Chelsea, Manchester City and Liverpool can sign Vinicius Jr
His outburst after being hooked over the weekend comes amid a growing uncertainty over his future at Real Madrid.
TBR Football correspondent Graeme Bailey understands that the 25-year-old has been told by Los Blancos that he will be sold by Madrid this summer if he does not put pen to paper on a new deal.
In the Premier League, Chelsea, Manchester City and Liverpool have the capacity to sign the player.
Bailey said: “There’s only a handful of clubs who can get him. I’m told he doesn’t want to go to Saudi Arabia. In England, there’s only Chelsea, City and Liverpool.”