The storm clouds are gathering over the Bernabeu. Vinicius Jr is reportedly ready to leave Real Madrid if Xabi Alonso remains in charge beyond this season.
What started as a tense substitution in El Clásico has now turned into a full-blown saga that could reshape the club’s future.
During Sunday’s 2-1 win over Barcelona, Vinicius was substituted in the 72nd minute — and the cameras caught everything.
The 25-year-old stormed off the pitch, shouting, “Always me! I’m leaving the team! I’m leaving!” The reaction went viral faster than one of his stepovers, and no post-match spin could hide the cracks this time.
Reports from Spain suggest the relationship between Alonso and Vinicius has broken down completely.
The winger feels sidelined and disrespected, believing he’s treated differently compared to Kylian Mbappe, who joined Madrid last summer to much fanfare.
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Trouble in paradise — and Paris calling?
While Madrid officials tried to calm the storm, Paris Saint-Germain are quietly watching from the shadows.
According to reports (via Sport), Vinicius is intrigued by the idea of playing under Luis Enrique, a coach he’s long admired for his attacking style.
The Brazilian reportedly believes Enrique’s system — full of speed, flair, and freedom — fits him better than Alonso’s disciplined approach.
PSG, who know a thing or two about managing big egos and bigger price tags, see Vinicius as the perfect heir to Neymar. And if Madrid don’t fix things soon, they might just get their chance.
Vinicius’s contract runs until June 2027, but the winger’s growing frustration — plus a reported standstill in salary talks — has created uncertainty.
Madrid face a choice: either improve his terms or risk losing one of their brightest stars to the City of Lights.
Despite issuing a public apology to fans and teammates, Vinicius notably left Alonso’s name out of his statement — a snub that didn’t go unnoticed.
🚨 OFFICIAL: Vini Jr statement. 🤍🇧🇷
“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… pic.twitter.com/S2c2w2cwVh
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) October 29, 2025
Dressing-room insiders claim several players share his frustration, with one reportedly saying Alonso “thinks he’s Pep Guardiola.”
Madrid might be winning games, but harmony in the camp is another story. If peace isn’t restored soon, Vinicius could swap the white of Madrid for the blue of Paris — and that would truly light up the next transfer window.
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