In recent weeks, the differences that separate Vinícius Jr. from the Real Madrid locker room have come to light.
First it was Modric, then Bellingham, then Valverde, and later Ancelotti... Against Valencia even Bernabéu reproached Vinícius for his performance.
It is evident that in the Real Madrid locker room there is a problem with Vinícius. As extraordinary a player as he is uncontrollable in terms of discipline.
Bernabéu Scolds Vinícius
What happens in the locker room stays in the locker room. Although something has already emerged about Vinícius's differences with many of his teammates.
But what happens on the field is public and notorious. Bernabéu has witnessed various reproaches from several key players to Vinícius for his individualism, lack of tactical discipline, and attitude.
The truth is that Mbappé's arrival hasn't helped at all. Vinícius is far below the spectacular records of last season. The same ones that led Real Madrid to the LaLiga and Champions League titles.
The issue has been growing like a snowball. It has already reached the stands, which expressed themselves with boos to the Brazilian in the last Real Madrid-Valencia.
Boos for losing a ball, boos for missing the penalty, boos during the substitution... It's starting to not be news that Bernabéu reprimands its idol. At Real Madrid, one can't live off past glories.
Intervened 20 Times Less Than Mbappé
Although he is four goals away from his exceptional records of last season, he has barely scored 3 goals in the last 16 matches.
The club didn't like that, after the defeat against Valencia, he celebrated his irrelevant goal on social media. It wasn't a time for celebrations, even if he tied with Ronaldo Nazario. The League could have been lost in that match.
His decision to take the penalty, despite Mbappé being the designated taker, has upset the club. No one can explain so much inaction from his coach on issues like this that directly affect him.
The newspaper As recalls that "he intervened 20 times less than Mbappé (61 to 41). He attempted four dribbles and wasn't successful in any. He only created one great goal opportunity and barely achieved one ball recovery."
Vinícius's Promise to Ancelotti
Something is happening with Vinícius, who if he handles the boos from rival fans poorly, he handles it even worse when booed at home.
Ancelotti has been forced to intervene to put out the fire. He has spoken with Vinícius and the key players. He has achieved a moment of self-reflection.
Also an act of contrition and a purpose of amendment that must be seen this Tuesday at Fly Emirates.
Vinícius has promised Ancelotti that in London, against Arsenal, a very different player from the last matches will be seen. All together and hand in hand.