Real Madrid star raises concern with Mourinho over Vinicius Junior treatment: “It’s not normal” | OneFootball

Real Madrid have made a relatively good start to the 2026-27 season, winning four of their opening five matches across all competitions. However, the club’s match-going supporters are far from happy, particularly when it comes to certain players.

Throughout the previous two campaigns, there has been a lot of discontent at the Bernabeu, with the most targeted player being Vinicius Junior. The 26-year-old has had the fans on his back for a while, and he has struggled to get away from their criticism, which has come in the shape of whistles and boos.

Vinicius was targeted again during Real Madrid’s midweek victory over Inter Milan, and while Jose Mourinho refused to condemn the fans’ reaction inside the Bernabeu, one of his players did express concerns during a private conversation with their manager, the contents of which have been revealed by Diario AS.

Mourinho continues to back Vinicius

It is not clear which player spoke to Mourinho regarding Vinicius, although they have been described as a “heavyweight” in the dressing room. The Portuguese acknowledged the comments, although his commitment to Real Madrid’s number 7 has never been in question, and he intends to continue counting on him as an indispensable player.

One goals and two assists in five matches to start the season is not a particularly great record for Vinicius, but it is his off-the-ball work that has particularly impressed Mourinho in recent weeks. Previously, he had been called out over his lack of defensive commitment, but it is an area where he has been very impressive since the summer.

Vinicius has never been someone that lacks confidence, but Real Madrid are clear that they must continue to show Vinicius that he is loved. As the weeks and months go by, they will also hope that he starts to win over the supporters again.