Is Vinicius Jr manager Alvaro Arbeloa’s snitch? Real Madrid dressing room crisis deepens as Vinicius Jr faces squad’s distrust ahead of El Clasico

Real Madrid’s internal problems have reportedly worsened just days before their crucial El Clasico clash against Barcelona. Reports from Spain claim several senior players now distrust Vinicius Junior, believing the Brazilian winger has been passing private dressing room discussions to manager Alvaro Arbeloa. The allegations have created fresh tension inside the squad at a time when the club is already dealing with poor performances, disciplinary concerns, and growing pressure in the La Liga title race. The atmosphere at Valdebebas is said to be extremely tense ahead of Sunday’s high-stakes encounter.

The latest controversy comes shortly after the reported training ground clash between Federico Valverde and Aurelien Tchouameni. That incident allegedly left Valverde hospitalised with a head injury and forced the club to begin an internal investigation. Now, accusations involving Vinicius have added another layer of uncertainty within the squad. Reports suggest some players have become cautious about speaking openly in the dressing room. With Barcelona holding a strong lead in the title race and Real Madrid struggling for consistency, the club’s internal divisions are threatening to derail preparations for one of the season’s biggest matches.

Vinicius Jr allegations add to Real Madrid’s growing problems

According to reports from Spanish media, several Real Madrid players believe Vinicius Junior has been closely aligned with manager Alvaro Arbeloa during a difficult period for the club. The Brazilian forward has reportedly supported the coach’s tactical decisions, while some senior players remain unhappy with Arbeloa’s leadership and team management. This situation has allegedly caused trust issues inside the dressing room, with players becoming more guarded during conversations and meetings.

The tension reportedly increased after recent disagreements between members of the squad and coaching staff. Sources close to the club claim the dressing room has split into different groups, making communication more difficult during training sessions and match preparation. Friday’s training reportedly reflected those issues, with limited interaction noticed between Vinicius and several midfield players.

Real Madrid are also facing serious problems on the field. Federico Valverde is expected to miss El Clasico following the alleged altercation with Tchouameni, while Kylian Mbappe is still undergoing fitness checks ahead of the game. These absences have left Arbeloa with fewer tactical options as the club prepares for a must-win match against Barcelona at Spotify Camp Nou.

Club president Florentino Perez is reportedly worried about the current state of the squad and the growing number of public controversies surrounding the team. Although Real Madrid have not officially commented on the accusations involving Vinicius, reports suggest the board plans to review the first-team environment once the season ends. With tensions rising both on and off the field, Sunday’s El Clasico could become a defining moment in Real Madrid’s troubled campaign.




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