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Real Madrid: What now for Vinicius Junior after Jose Mourinho signs deal?

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Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Vinicius Junior scored 22 goals for Real Madrid in all competitions this season By Elizabeth Conway Spanish football reporter Jose Mourinho's return to Real Madrid was always going to get people talking. Among the many questions surrounding his reappointment, one stands out: How will he manage his relationship with Vinicius Junior? It will be one of the most closely watched aspects of Mourinho's second spell in charge at the Bernabeu. Mourinho has signed a three-year deal to return to Real, but the 63-year-old's contract will only be valid if current president Florentino Perez wins the presidential election on 7 June. The Portuguese coach was at Benfica when they faced Real in the Champions League in February. After the first leg of the knockout phase play-off, Mourinho faced criticism for comments he made about Vinicius Jr's behaviour. The Brazil forward had alleged that Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni had racially abused him.…

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