“I’d have left Real Madrid if I were Vinicius,” says Mourinho

José Mourinho said he would have forced an exit from Real Madrid this summer if he were Vinicius Junior, seeking a country where rival fans and stadiums would respect him. The Brazilian winger, who has faced repeated racist abuse since joining Madrid in 2018, received a four-match ban after being sent off against Villarreal and will miss the October 25 Clasico, despite having renewed his contract through 2032. Mourinho also addressed tensions between Madrid, referees and La Liga president Javier Tebas as the club prepares to face Sevilla.