International Football
International Football · Wednesday, April 22, 2026

Florentino shields Vinícius Jr. at Real Madrid

After elimination in the Champions League quarter-finals against Bayern, Real Madrid's president reaffirms his total confidence in the Brazilian forward.

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Florentino shields Vinícius Jr. at Real Madrid

Eliminated by Bayern Munich in the Champions League quarter-finals, Real Madrid is going through a period of doubt. Facing criticism over Vinícius Jr.'s performances, Florentino Pérez made his position clear: 'This is my business, leave Vinícius to me'. The Spanish president confirms his total confidence in number 7, considered a central element of the Madrid project. A relationship strengthened by the leader's public support during the racist episodes suffered by the Brazilian.