Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior has spoken about his on-field behavior, admitting that he is “not a saint.”
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Vinicius: “I’m not a saint”
Madrid has been highly critical of Spanish referees’ decision-making this season, even filing a formal complaint with the Spanish football federation.
However, the Brazilian international has also encountered disciplinary issues on the field, receiving five yellow cards and one red in LaLiga, along with three more yellows in Europe.
Vinicius, who delivered a Player of the Match performance in Madrid’s 3-2 comeback win over Manchester in the Champions League on Tuesday, hit out the referees for failing to protect his teammates.
“Sometimes it’s difficult,” VinÃcius told Movistar on Tuesday.
“Referees don’t protect the player who gets kicked. When I get kicked, I get the yellow card … My teammates and coaches try to help me to focus. But I’m not a saint.”
On Real Madrid extension
Meanwhile, Vinicius addressed reports regarding his contract renewal with Madrid.
ESPN reported that the club had initiated talks with his representatives about a new deal.
His current contract runs until June 2027.
“I don’t know anything, nobody has spoken to me,” VinÃcius told Movistar. “I have to speak to the ‘presi’ [Florentino Pérez]. Let’s hope I can stay here for a long time.”
Nonetheless, Vinicius said that he is open to the idea of a possible extension.
“It’s always very exciting to be able to open up conversations with Real Madrid about my renewal,” he told TNT Brasil.
“I have a contract until 2027 but I have always said my desire is to play here for as long as I can, to make history.
“To receive affection from the fans, along with the president, the coaching staff and all the players makes me want to stay here longer and longer. God willing, in the next few days I can resolve all the negotiations and I can stay here for much longer.”
