Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has publicly addressed the ongoing legal issues surrounding defender Raul Asencio, making it clear that he is unhappy with the player’s conduct away from the pitch. While Los Blancos have enjoyed a perfect start to their La Liga campaign, winning all three matches over the past month, the 23-year-old center-back has become the subject of significant scrutiny due to his involvement in multiple off-field controversies.
Asencio, who has been with the club since 2017, is currently facing a trial scheduled for Thursday regarding a 2023 incident involving the alleged non-consensual dissemination of videos depicting obscene acts with two women. In addition to this case, recent reports indicate that the defender was convicted of drunk driving in August of last year. That incident, which occurred in Southern Gran Canaria, resulted in an eight-month suspension of his driver’s license and a fine of €14,400.
Addressing these developments during a press conference ahead of the match against Real Betis, Mourinho acknowledged that he had spoken with the player. The Portuguese manager described Asencio as a “great professional” during team training sessions, yet he did not shy away from criticizing the impact of his personal choices. “What you do outside harms the club’s image. What I’m saying is that I am not happy,” Mourinho stated.
The club has initiated a formal disciplinary procedure against the defender. Regarding the ongoing situation, Mourinho noted, “They will find a solution, which helps me stay out of all this.” The manager also confirmed that Asencio is currently unavailable for selection due to an injury, which is expected to keep him sidelined for several more weeks.
Despite the distraction caused by the defender’s legal troubles, Real Madrid’s momentum remains unaffected. With the arrival of high-profile signings such as Denzel Dumfries, Ibrahim Konate, and Marc Cucurella, the team has maintained a strong performance level, ensuring that Mourinho has sufficient depth to manage the squad effectively in the absence of the young defender. The report also notes that asencio is set to appear in court for the 2023 incident on Thursday. The report also notes that mourinho reveals what he changed with Jude. The report also notes that mourinho says Kylian Mbappe worthy of Ballon d’Or.
Source: Gulf News
