Vinicius Jr with his girlfriend Virginia Fonseca
Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Jr has issued a public apology to his Brazilian influencer girlfriend, Virginia Fonseca, over his lack of effort in their relationship.
The Los Blancos winger expressed regret for certain behaviors that negatively affected their bond and is now seeking forgiveness.
The 2024 Ballon d’Or runner-up praised Virginia’s commitment to the relationship, noting that she has always treated him with dignity and respect.
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“Recently, I experienced a situation that made me reflect and recognise attitudes that did not represent who I want to be or the type of relationships I want to build. Virginia is an incredible woman, an admirable mother, and someone for whom I feel enormous affection and respect.
“Since we met, she has come to Madrid three times to see me, leaving behind her routine, her commitments, and her life just to be with me. I met an admirable mother and an incredible partner. Although we were not yet officially a couple, there was a sincere connection,” he wrote.
Vinicius admitted to being careless in the relationship and vowed to make amends in order to restore their connection.
“I am not ashamed to admit that I was careless, that I did not respond in the best possible way, and that I disappointed her. That is why I want to apologise publicly, with an open heart, because I understood that a true relationship only exists when there is respect, trust, and transparency. The idea now is to start all over again. No lies, no fights, no masks. With lots of love, affection, and respect,” he added.
This comes after report emerged that the winger’s relationship with Virginia is in danger over infidelity concerns.
Virginia, a mother of three born in Connecticut to a Brazilian mother and Portuguese-American father, posted selfies wearing a Vinicius Jr Real Madrid shirt at the LaLiga giant’s weekend game against Villarreal.
Read the tweet below:
Vinícius Júnior has publicly apologized on Instagram for cheating on Virginia following his leaked chats with other ladies: https://t.co/dGv6cMwP9e pic.twitter.com/6XIpJRRfPi
— Nancy (@Nancy_fcb) October 9, 2025
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