Alonso’s decision to substitute Vinicius, and the Brazilian’s furious reaction, have prompted a wave of drama and tension, including speculation of a summer departure for the winger and claims of growing frustrations towards Alonso from a number of players in the Madrid squad.

Real Madrid have six games on the road lined up after facing Valencia at the Bernabeu on Saturday. A key UEFA Champions League date at Anfield is due on Tuesday. After an eventful victory against Barcelona last weekend, Xabi Alonso will probably be keen to give some rest to some of his key players.

The Real Madrid forward issued an apology to his “team-mates, the club, and the president” but did not reference Alonso.

This article was originally published on www.si.com as Vinicius Junior ‘Decides Preferred Transfer Destination’ As Xabi Alonso Feud Grows. Vinicius Junior is prepared to leave Real Madrid next summer if Xabi Alonso remains as manager and is eyeing up a move to Paris Saint-Germain, a report has claimed.

Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso has claimed that any issues between him and star forward Vinicius Junior have been resolved after the Brazilian apologised publicly and privately for his outburst

What began as a moment of visible frustration between Vinicius Junior and Xabi Alonso has evolved into one of the most talked-about episodes of the season — a confrontation that questioned discipline,

Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso has expressed his feelings about being excluded from Vinicius Jr's apology statement after a 2-1 win over bitter rivals Barcelona (October 26).

Real Madrid are at the top of the LaLiga standings and there are no reasons to think they won't win as well this Saturday against Valencia. Pick: Real Madrid 3, Valencia 0.