Mourinho Shields Vinícius for Glory | MLS News

MLS News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 26, 2026 · 1m

Real Madrid’s season hinges on Vinícius Júnior, whose peak performance could be the key to dethroning Barcelona. After a trophy-less year, new manager Jose Mourinho has pledged to shield the star winger from media and fan criticism—something he’s already publicly condemned as “orchestrated bullying.” Despite past doubts from former players like Cañizares, who questioned his value due to off-field issues, Mourinho is determined to keep Vinícius focused. Even Arsenal reportedly eyed him for a massive payday, underscoring his market worth. With a fresh six-year contract signed and Mourinho’s…