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Vinicius Jr is at his ‘limit’ with racist abuse in La Liga, wants to see action
After being at the receiving end of more racist abuse during the match against Valencia, Real Madrid winger Vinicius Jr is ‘fed up’ and ‘at the limit’ reports Jose Luis Sanchez. The 22-year-old speedster wants to see action taken against the culprits and quickly so.
As has shockingly become the norm in La Liga this season, Vinicius was once again targeted with racist insults by Valencia fans at the Mestalla on Sunday night.
The Brazilian international has had to face such abhorrent behaviour in several away matches this term, as he did against Atletico Madrid, Real Valladolid, and Mallorca. But, there has been little to tangible action taken by La Liga or the RFEF to curb the racist attacks.
As such, the winger hit out at La Liga and its president Javier Tebas after the Valencia encounter, demanding actions from the body instead of statements and talks.
Now, it is being reported that Vinicius is at the end of his limit and has grown fed up with all the abuse he is receiving in La Liga.
The 22-year-old has not had to face any such issues in European competitions this season and Jose Luiz Sanches states that he has been told that the winger cannot stand it any longer.
The issue has been persisting for a long time and the Real Madrid superstar now wants to see action taken against it right away.
Earlier today, manager Carlo Ancelotti spoke about Vinicius and his mental situation currently, saying: “Yes, he’s very sad. But he knows that he has the support of everyone, not just Madrid. It’s unconditional support… even rivals!”
Amid some reports that Vinicius might consider leaving Real Madrid if the situation does not change, the manager assured that it is not the case, as he said: “No, I don’t think so. Vinicius loves football and Real Madrid. His love for Real Madrid is very great and he wants to make a career in this team.”
In a major update, AS reports that former Real Madrid midfielder and club legend Toni Kroos has taken his first step towards starting his coaching career.
The former Germany international has told the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) that he is interested in joining the coaching course reserved for professional footballers.
Real Madrid tried to bring Kroos back
It is no secret that Real Madrid considered bringing Toni Kroos back into the club’s structure after the end of the last season.
The club president, Florentino Perez, had wanted Kroos to have a daily presence at Valdebebas rather than making occasional appearances after his retirement.
Jose Angel Sanchez and Kroos spoke after Perez expressed his desire to see the German working at Valdebebas every day. However, they did not find the right moment, time or structure to give his return a clear form.
A comeback remains one of the possibilities most desired by Madrid supporters because of Kroos’ charisma and what he represents at the Santiago Bernabeu. Neither side wanted him to return simply for the sake of it, so the door remains open for the future.
The relationship between the two parties is excellent, and both know that the opportunity to work together again will eventually come.
Taking it step by step
For now, Kroos continues to run the academy he established in Boadilla, enjoying the opportunity to help develop younger players.
After two years away from the competitive side of football, however, he is beginning to look towards the dugout as a possible next step in his career.
Kroos currently holds coaching qualifications that allow him to work up to the third tier of Spanish football.
This is possible because professionals with at least seven years of proven experience and significant involvement at the elite level can gain direct access to accelerated coaching courses.
That means Kroos could coach a team in Primera Federacion, but the German wants to take things gradually.
Kroos has already informed the RFEF that he would be interested in joining the coaching course reserved for professional footballers during the 2027/28 season.
The course taking place this season is not available to elite former players, with UEFA limiting each campaign to 20 places.
With his current qualifications, Kroos could work as an assistant coach, but he cannot yet take charge as a head coach in either the top flight or the Segunda División.
But completing that programme would allow Kroos to obtain the UEFA A licence, which would enable him to coach teams at any level.
