Vinicius is no longer number 1 at Real Madrid

Vinicius Junior is now facing the biggest turning point of his career at Real Madrid.

The story is not just about being benched four times since the start of the season or being substituted in El Clasico. It reflects a deeper reality: Vini is lost in the corridor that used to be his own, the left side of the Bernabeu, where he has become the most dangerous explosive in the world .

On the surface, Xabi Alonso has reason to rotate. Vini has just played 180 minutes in Brazil's friendly series, and his fitness needs adjusting. But what's happening on the pitch and behind the scenes suggests a bigger problem. Vini no longer feels the absolute trust from the coaching bench that he once had with Ancelotti.

The “just working” relationship with Xabi is the most valuable detail, because no attacking player can maximize his ability without a connection with the coach. And Vini, who lives by emotions, is even more vulnerable when that feeling disappears.

Xabi Alonso, on the other hand, is trying to build a more pragmatic, disciplined Real Madrid. That style demands strict tactical adherence, which makes Vinicius, a more spontaneous player, the most difficult link to reconcile. Xabi needs control, Vini represents explosion. When results are not good, the one who sacrifices is often the one who falls outside the mold.

It is worth mentioning that Xabi's "replacement" - Rodrygo - did not bring any positive signals. 29 games without a goal is a number that speaks for itself. Using Rodrygo in Vini's left wing position not only neutralizes Real's attacking power but also inadvertently puts pressure on Vinicius himself, who has to accept leaving the role that helps him perform best.

Vinicius is no longer Real Madrid's untouchable card.

In that context, contract renewal negotiations became a hot topic. Vini's contract has less than two years left, and Real Madrid knows very well the dangers when a star enters the final year of his contract. This is not new, they themselves took advantage of similar circumstances to recruit Courtois, then Hazard.

Now Vini could fall victim to that “rule”. Although there are no concrete offers from Europe and the attraction of Saudi Arabia has diminished, the uncertainty within Real could trigger unforeseen changes.

In fact, Xabi Alonso has been given great power to rebuild Real Madrid. That means Vini's position is no longer as untouchable as it was under Ancelotti. This is not a purely technical issue, but a transfer of power in the dressing room. Real Madrid is entering a new era, and Vini has to compete from scratch.

The coming up, in Athens, could be a turning point. Either Vinicius comes back strong and forces Xabi to adjust his plans; or the relationship continues to fray, with consequences for Real's long-term project.

In the maze named Vinicius, the one who has to find the exit is not only him, but also Xabi Alonso and Real Madrid are also caught up in that journey.

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