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.

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).

Former Real Zaragoza coach and Atletico Madrid legend Gabi has blasted Vinicius Jr.'s Clasico antics as "unacceptable and egocentric," telling Xabi Alonso he "has to take action" against the star. The criticism follows Vinicius storming down the tunnel after being subbed,

Vinícius Júnior has apologized for his outburst toward Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso after being replaced in the clasico against Barcelona, blaming his “passion” and “competitive nature”. “I want to apologize to all Madrid fans for my reaction after being substituted,

The spanish coach prefesrs to train in Madrid.Xabi Alonso - Getty Images Next week Real Madrid will face Liverpool at the Anfield, and the match will undoubtly be one of the hardest for Los Blancos