Real Madrid ace Vini Jr admits not getting along with Xabi

Real Madrid ace Vini Jr admits not getting along with Xabi

Real Madrid ace Vini Jr admits he appreciates the coaching of Alvaro Arbeloa.

Ahead of tonight's Champions League quarterfinal first-leg tonight against Bayern Munich at the Santiago Bernabeu, the Brazil attack conceded he is happier under Arbeloa than the coach's predecessor Xabi Alonso.

He said, "I've had a connection with Arbeloa's playing style, just like I did with (Carlo) Ancelotti. I've always given everything for the team.

"I think I've never gone so long without scoring goals, like when I was young and didn't have much focus, but I've learned from that last bad spell, and good players always turn things around."

Asked why he didn't post a farewell thank-you to social media for Xabi after his dismissal, Vini Jr added: "I played a lot of games, but few minutes.

"Every coach has their methods, and I didn't connect with him the way he wanted. But I see it as a learning experience, and I hope I can continue with Arbeloa. I have a wonderful connection with this coach, and he has always shown me his confidence."