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·19 February 2026
Vinícius controversy: Real Madrid in the eye of the storm
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Vinícius affair: Spain surprised by Real Madrid's silence
Vinícius controversy: Real Madrid in the eye of the storm
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The Prestianni-Vinícius Junior affair continues to set Europe ablaze, but one aspect is now raising eyebrows in Spain: the lack of any official response from Real Madrid. While Benfica has issued a firm statement defending its player and denouncing a "smear campaign," many observers are surprised by the silence from Los Blancos despite the seriousness of the accusations.
A similar sentiment was echoed on Radio Marca, where Roberto Gomez emphasized:
"I regret the absence of a statement from Real Madrid."
According to Josep Pedrerol, the club's position is clear:
This is a deliberate strategy, but it continues to fuel questions around this explosive case.
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