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Bravo has since apologised for his comments, claiming he misused a metaphor.
“I want to clarify that the expression ‘playing the monkey’ that I have misused to qualify Vinicius’ goal celebration dance was done metaphorically,” he said.
“Since my intention was not to offend anyone, I sincerely apologise. I am sorry!”
Vinicius Jr has hit back at Bravo and believes he was the target of a “xenophobic and racist comment”.
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But my desire to win, my smile and the sparkle in my eyes are much bigger than that. You can’t even imagine it. I was a victim of a xenophobic and racist comment. But none of that started yesterday
Real Madrid travel to face rivals Atletico Madrid at the Metropolitano Stadium on Sunday and the home side’s captain Koke has warned Vinicius Jr he could be in “trouble” if he uses his trademark celebration after scoring.
But the Spain international also added the Brazilian is free to celebrate how he wishes.
A number of Vinicius’ fellow professionals have leapt to the defence of the Brazilian, including his international teammates Neymar and Richarlison.
Real Madrid, meanwhile, have condemned Bravo’s comments and threatened legal action.
“Real Madrid CF rejects all kinds of racist and xenophobic expressions and behaviours in the field of football, sport and life in general, such as the regrettable and unfortunate comments made in recent hours against our player Vinicius Junior,” read a club statement.
“Real Madrid wants to show all its love and support for Vinicius Junior, a player who understands football as an attitude towards life based on joy, respect and sportsmanship.
“Football, which is the most global sport that exists, must be an example of values and coexistence. The club has instructed its legal services to take legal action against anyone who uses racist expressions towards our players.”
