Raphaël Varane’s strong message after Vinicius Jr breaks down in press conference

Raphaël Varane has sent Vinicius Jr a strong, supportive message after the Real Madrid star broke down during a press conference over racist abuse questions.

Raphaël Varane has always shown that he is a class act both on and off the field. The Manchester United defender recently sent FIFA a warning, saying he will be watching to see if they make good on their promises.

on Monday evening, Real Madrid star forward Vinicius Junior broke down crying in a press conference while speaking about his continuing battle against racist abuse – and for a 23-year-old to have to face such hatred is despicable.

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Speaking to reporters after multiple questions about racism, Vinicius said, “I just want to play football. But it’s getting harder and harder to focus—sometimes I just don’t feel like playing anymore.”

Speaking further, Vinicius said: “Playing football is very important, but the fight against racism is very important. May people of colour have a normal life. If this was the case, I would go to my club’s games focused only on playing. The only thing I want is to keep playing and that everyone has a normal life.”

Vini’s former Real Madrid team-mate and now United defender Raphael Varane took to social media to share his message of support. His post read: “You are powerful. You are special Vini. Your dreams and inspiration are stronger than any words that can ever be used against you.”

Manchester United could do with a winger such as Vinicius Jr at Old Trafford right now. After a slow start to his career in Madrid, he has proven himself to be a deadly winger with seriously impressive output for both club and country.