Vinicius reveals Mourinho’s key message after return to Real Madrid training: ‘He wants me to…’ | OneFootball

Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Jr.’s future at the club may be far from certain, but he has already returned to training under Jose Mourinho.

The club are set to hold an important meeting with the Brazilian to discuss a potential contract renewal, which could decide his future one way or the other.

The expectation is that if Vinicius does not put pen to paper on a new deal, the club will eventually look to sell him this month.

The 26-year-old has now offered an early insight into Jose Mourinho’s management style, revealing the message the new Real Madrid manager has given him.

Mourinho’s message to Vinicius

Speaking to Real Madrid TV after training, Vinicius explained that Mourinho’s instructions have been straightforward.

“It’s been very good, getting to know the new coach and the new players and training very hard,” Vinicius said.

“Mourinho wants me to be the way I’ve always been: happy, cheerful and to play my football.”

Back training at Real Madrid. (Photo courtesy: Real Madrid official website)

The comments offer an encouraging glimpse into the relationship developing between the pair, with Mourinho seemingly focused on allowing Vinicius to express himself rather than overcomplicating his role.

Focused on building fitness

Vinicius also highlighted the intensity of Madrid’s pre-season preparations, stressing the importance of getting into peak condition before the campaign begins.

“We have to prepare physically so that during the season we have fewer injuries and can have everyone available,” he explained.

The Brazilian added that the demanding workload is already being felt within the squad.

“Yesterday we had two sessions, today one. That’s how it goes. Today we did some gym work and short, intense exercises to put more load on our legs,” he explained.

“It was a good training session and we all finished very tired, but now it’s time to rest for tomorrow. Preseason is like this and we have to be prepared.”

Arsenal are lurking

Future still uncertain. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)

Arsenal are the club most interested in signing the Brazilian should an exit be on the cards this summer transfer window. The Gunners are keen to make Vinicius the face of their project at the Emirates.

The meeting between Real Madrid and Vinicius this week is extremely crucial, with the club still hoping that the Brazilian signs a new deal.

However, no player is bigger than the club, and if Los Blancos do not feel Vinicius’ demands can be matched, they will look to sell him this summer.

Vinicius could either be spending his last few days as a Real Madrid player or be at the beginning of a new era for the club, and it remains to be seen how the cookie crumbles.