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Real Madrid megastar’s dressing room relationship remains strong despite difficult start
Vinicius Junior may be experiencing one of the most difficult periods of his Real Madrid career on the pitch, with the Brazilian struggling at the start of the season.
The 26-year-old has looked a pale shadow of his former self and was hooked early in the second half against Atletico Madrid after a disastrous showing.
However, despite his poor start to the new campaign, his relationship inside the dressing room remains as strong as it has ever been.
According to Cadena SER, Vinicius continues to share an extremely strong relationship with his teammates.
His connection with the Madrid squad is described as one built on complete trust and something approaching a “brotherhood.”
Madrid teammates remain close to Vinicius
The report claims Vinicius came much closer to leaving Real Madrid for Arsenal during the summer than was publicly understood at the time.
In fact, several members of the Madrid dressing room believed his departure for Mikel Arteta’s side was going to happen.
Ultimately, Vinicius remained in Madrid, but his start to the new season has been difficult. It is more down to form than a lack of ability.
The Brazilian seems to be lacking his usual confidence and has scored just once since the start of the season.
His performances have paled in comparison to those of Kylian Mbappe, Jude Bellingham and even Arda Guler.
Mourinho faces a decision after the break
What Madrid do not appear to have, however, is a Vinicius problem inside the dressing room.
That matters. A player struggling individually is one issue, but a player becoming isolated from his teammates would represent something much more difficult for Jose Mourinho to manage.
Yan Diomande’s emergence only makes the sporting debate more interesting. The 19-year-old offers Mourinho another explosive option from the left.
There is also the unresolved tactical question of how Vinicius and Kylian Mbappe complement each other. Their average positions against Atletico were virtually identical.
With competition for places in Los Blancos’ attack as intense as it is, there can be no guaranteed starters irrespective of status.
If Vinicius continues to have a poor season, Mourinho will have to make a difficult call on whether to drop the Brazilian to the bench.
Arda Guler has been in sublime form, and the Portuguese manager might have to sacrifice the 26-year-old to accommodate Yan Diomande.
After signing a new blockbuster contract in the summer, this is not what Madrid fans expected from Vinicius, and it remains to be seen whether he can get back to his best after the international break.
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Mourinho rules out January loan exit for fringe youngster after Real Madrid heroics: ‘Mark my words again…’
Jose Mourinho has made his position on Endrick’s future at Real Madrid clear, insisting that the Brazilian forward will not be allowed to leave on loan in January despite his limited playing time this season.
The 20-year-old delivered a decisive performance in Real Madrid’s dramatic 4-3 Champions League victory over AS Roma, helping turn a 1-3 deficit into a remarkable late win.
Despite playing for only around 30 minutes, Endrick was named Player of the Match after scoring the equaliser and contributing to the attacking surge that completed the comeback.
His display has reignited discussion about his role under Mourinho, but the Madrid manager appears determined to keep the young forward at the club.
Mourinho sends message on Endrick’s Real Madrid future
Endrick started the Roma match on the bench but entered the contest around the hour mark as Real Madrid searched for a way back into the game.
He made a quick impact, providing the physical presence and attacking threat the team needed during the closing stages.
Endrick vs Roma 30 minutes played. https://t.co/l5brLKapDb
— 🎥 (@compsdamien) October 15, 2026
His equaliser came five minutes from time, helping Madrid draw level before Antonio Rudiger completed the turnaround.
After the match, Mourinho was asked about the possibility of the Brazilian leaving during the January transfer window. His response left little room for speculation.
“Mark my words again, it is impossible for Endrick to be loaned out,” said the manager, as per Fabrizio Romano.
Endrick’s limited minutes fuel loan speculation
Endrick’s lack of involvement has become a concern, as he has played just 35 minutes across two appearances in Real Madrid’s first 10 official matches of the season.
That limited exposure has naturally raised questions about how the Brazilian can continue developing without regular competitive football.
A loan move could offer more minutes, but Mourinho’s comments indicate that Madrid are not currently prepared to consider that route.
Endrick POTM 🏆 #UCL https://t.co/WoPPM8TRZd
— UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) October 14, 2026
Endrick’s performance in Rome has also strengthened his argument for greater involvement.
Notably, though, one impressive appearance does not automatically guarantee a starting place, and Endrick will need to turn opportunities off the bench into consistent performances if he is to secure a larger role.
Roma among clubs linked with Endrick as Madrid stand firm
Interestingly, Roma are among several clubs interested in Endrick, making Mourinho’s position particularly significant given their recent meeting with Real Madrid.
The Italian side and other potential suitors may have to reconsider their plans if Real Madrid continue to insist that the forward is staying.
For now, the club’s priority appears to be retaining Endrick and finding ways to integrate him more regularly into the first team.
His late impact against Roma has given Mourinho another reason to trust him, but the challenge will be ensuring that the Brazilian receives enough opportunities to build on that performance.
