Real Madrid beat Racing on 1 November. Jorge Valdano said on Movistar that Pan Diomande's recent form was bad news for suspended forward Vinicius Junior.
Valdano on Diomande's progress
Diomande started against Racing and scored. Since the international break, he has four goals and four assists in six matches.
Speaking on Movistar, Valdano said: "Diomande has gained greater confidence in himself."
He also said: "He looked hesitant in the first matches."
What it means for Vinicius
Valdano then turned to Vinicius and said: "These matches are bad news for Vinicius, who will have to reclaim the place that his teammates have taken from him."
Vinicius schedule
GOAL reported that Vinicius will start on Wednesday in the Champions League against AEK Athens.
Vinicius then serves the final match of his suspension in La Liga against Valencia. He becomes eligible to return in the domestic game against Celta Vigo after the international break.
Mourinho's pre-match comment
Before the Racing match, Mourinho said: "I am an admirer of Vinicius, and I need him, but I am not saying that he will start."
