The Real Madrid finds itself in a complicated situation after suffering its fourth defeat of the season against eternal rival FC Barcelona. In this crucial match, Vinicius Jr. became the center of criticism for his performance, which left much to be desired. Despite the presence of a Kylian Mbappé in top form, the Brazilian failed to deliver what was expected of him, especially in defensive duties.
Cadena SER commentator Álvaro Benito did not hesitate to express his outrage: "The next coach has a lot of work to do; he will need to change the mentality of some players. You can't play football like Vinicius, defending with a glance, saving himself from returns, not scoring, not pressing..." These words reflect the sentiment of a fanbase that is beginning to lose patience with the young talent.
In a match where the team needed maximum effort, Vinicius limited himself to watching his opponent, failing to engage in the defensive effort and breaking his teammates' pressing attempts. His lack of commitment was evident, and many fans are questioning whether it is time to consider his departure from the club.
Uncertain Future?
Despite the criticism, the club is in negotiations to renew his contract until 2030, with a net salary of 20 million per season. However, part of the fanbase remains skeptical and believes it may be time to close a chapter of highs and lows. Vinicius has been a key player at many moments, but his inconsistency is raising doubts about his future at the club.
With the league title increasingly out of reach, Madrid will need to rethink its strategy and decide whether to continue betting on a player who, despite his undeniable talent, has failed to meet expectations in the most critical moments.