Vinicius Junior not thinking about leaving Real Madrid despite receiving racist abuse, says Carlo Ancelotti

Vinicius Junior is not thinking about leaving Real Madrid despite being subjected to racist abuse, says head coach Carlo Ancelotti. The Brazilian forward suffered abuse during Madrid's 1-0 loss to Valencia at the Mestalla last Sunday, which resulted in the arrest of three people at the match in question. Ad The Spanish Football Federation responded by issuing Valencia with a €45,000 (£39,000) fine, and a partial closure of their stadium for five games.

La LigaSeven arrested in separate incidents following racist abuse of Vinicius JuniorA DAY AGO Vinicius had been sent off late on during the encounter, but that red card was rescinded by the Spanish FA. The recurrent racist abuse Vinicius has faced in Spain — this was only the latest incident — has led some to wonder whether the 22-year-old will stay in Spain. But when asked whether Vinicius was thinking of leaving, Real boss Ancelotti said: «I don't think so.

He loves Real Madrid. A lot of things have gone through his head but I don’t think it’s on his mind to leave. »His love for the club is very big and he wants to make his career here." Why PSG must be 'ambitious' in summer window or 'risk losing Mbappe' Guardiola wants Man City financial charges dealt with 'as soon as possible' Ancelotti was also questioned on whether Vinicius has lost his passion for playing in Spain.

«He has not lost it no,» the Italian replied. «He is very upset. But he knows he has the support of everyone, not just Madrid.

It's unconditional support and it has even come from rivals.» Ancelotti invoked England when discussing how racism is treated in Spain, likening the latter to a «war zone» on matchdays. He said: «Condemnation is not enough. This has been happening for a long time but still no