Real Madrid star Vinicius Junior is reportedly acting as an informant for coach Alvaro Arbeloa, keeping him abreast of team dynamics, according to “Mundo Deportivo.”
It's widely known that the winger is one of Arbeloa's favorites, considered a pivotal player. However, the publication suggests that the coach trusts Vinicius not only on the pitch but also in the locker room. The Brazilian international allegedly relays everything that happens within the squad in the coach's absence. The 25-year-old footballer had a strained relationship with Arbeloa's predecessor, Xabi Alonso, but under Arbeloa's guidance, he has missed only one match, due to accumulated yellow cards. Furthermore, Vinicius has significantly improved his form in recent months, scoring ten goals in La Liga since the beginning of February.