During the press conference before the match between Real Madrid and Sevilla, JoséMourinho expressed great respect for ViniciusJunior, underlining the strong relationship that has developed between the coach and the young Brazilian striker. The Portuguese coach praised Vinicius' mental strength, calling him an "extraordinary" boy and stating that the player always manages to keep a smile, even in difficult situations. Mourinho added that if he had been in Vinicius' place, he would probably have tried to move to a country where they respected him more, but the Brazilian remained at the club for reasons of Madridism and love for the team.
Vinicius' contract renewal has been cited as proof of the player's attachment to Real Madrid. The coach recalled the words of the young man, who declared Real Madrid "his home" and expressed his desire to continue writing the club's history and winning trophies. Mourinho also commented on Vinicius' suspension, suggesting that, following the club's appeal, they could add further days to his suspension.
The coach concluded by recalling that Vinicius is a player who integrates well in the dressing room and constantly brings joy, a quality that Mourinho considers fundamental for the team. The match against Sevilla therefore promises to be an opportunity to see if the youngster will continue to demonstrate his resilience and commitment on the pitch.