Overview
- Speaking on the Pivot Podcast on Saturday, the Real Madrid midfielder said he was made a scapegoat and booed every time he touched the ball during a rough spell last season.
- He described choosing to control only his performance, saying the pressure at Real Madrid is intense but a privilege he now embraces.
- He condemned racist insults aimed at teammate Vinícius Júnior and said the team would stop playing if it happens again.
- He recalled being shifted into defense during an injury-hit period, a role that drew heavy scrutiny and even talk in the media about a possible sale.
- He said he has since turned the corner and become a reliable performer, with recent coverage describing him as one of Madrid’s most consistent players.