Benfica manager José Mourinho has warned Gianluca Prestianni that his career at the club will be “over” if he is found guilty of racially abusing Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr.
Vinicius alleged that Prestianni made racist comments towards him during the first leg of their Champions League knockout tie in Lisbon on 17 February. The 20-year-old vehemently denies the accusations, yet he has been banned by UEFA for the second leg in Spain.
UEFA is currently investigating the matter.
Mourinho faced criticism for suggesting that Vinicius had provoked fans with his celebration after scoring. However, on Sunday, he stated, “If my player does not respect these principles, which are mine and Benfica’s as well, then that player’s career with a coach named José Mourinho and at a club named Benfica will come to an end.”
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