How Jose Mourinho manages his relationship with Brazil forward Vinicius Junior will be one of the most closely watched aspects of his second spell in charge of Real Madrid.
How Jose Mourinho manages his relationship with Brazil forward Vinicius Junior will be one of the most closely watched aspects of his second spell in charge of Real Madrid.
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Vinicius Junior scored 22 goals for Real Madrid in all competitions this season
Spanish football reporter
Jose Mourinho's return to Real Madrid was always going to get people talking. Among the many questions surrounding his reappointment, one stands out: How will he manage his relationship with Vinicius Junior?
It will be one of the most closely watched aspects of Mourinho's second spell in charge at the Bernabeu.
Mourinho has signed a three-year deal to return to Real, but the 63-year-old's contract will only be valid if current president Florentino Perez wins the presidential election on 7 June.
The Portuguese coach was at Benfica when they faced Real in the Champions League in February.
After the first leg of the knockout phase play-off, Mourinho faced criticism for comments he made about Vinicius Jr's behaviour. The Brazil forward had alleged that Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni had racially abused him. Prestianni strongly denied the accusation.
Mourinho will now coach not only one of the best talents in football, but also one of the most scrutinised players in the world.
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