Real Madrid has started the season in the best possible way and has won every league match they've played. In fact, Los Merengues have delivered strong performances and several footballers have gained importance in the team. Interestingly, others who used to be essential have become more secondary in the new system.
Vinícius Júnior has been one of them; he has gone from being clearly untouchable to sitting on the bench on several occasions. Xabi Alonso doesn't believe in favoritism and does what he has to do at all times, regardless of names. After being substituted, Vini showed his frustration and Xabi Alonso has spoken about it.
Xabi Alonso's statements about Vinícius Júnior
Xabi Alonso is proving to be a great coach and it seems he doesn't feel any pressure being Real Madrid's coach. Los Merengues' fans are happy with the strong start and the squad rotation. In the match against Espanyol, Vinícius Júnior was substituted at his best moment and got upset, but Xabi Alonso has spoken about it recently.
The Madrid coach's statements were as follows: "He was missing the goal today. At the moment when he was at his best, I substituted him; I could've changed him later, I could've waited, but the match needed to be controlled and we had to bring in fresh legs."
Obviously, he was asked about Vinícius Júnior's anger, which was perfectly visible. The manager, being very honest, replied: "I've been a player and when I was substituted, it wasn't my happiest moment either. I take it naturally. We talk. I like to be close to the players and talk with them to know how they've felt. I don't make a big deal out of it."
Xabi Alonso's new Real Madrid
Xabi Alonso substituted Vinícius Júnior at his best moment and the forward showed his frustration. Even so, the former footballer's statements have made it clear there's no resentment about it. For now, Xabi is leading his team down the right path and the victories are the perfect reflection of that.
Xabi Alonso is building a new Real Madrid and in his system there are no preferences; whoever deserves it most will play. Although we can't take anything for granted, it's likely that Vini will be substituted many more times during the season.