Real Madrid have opened disciplinary proceedings against Raul Asencio following the defender’s conviction for driving under the influence of alcohol, with Jose Mourinho making it clear that the club expects its players to represent the institution responsibly both on and off the pitch.

The decision came after a Spanish court ordered Asencio to pay a €14,400 fine and suspended his driving licence for eight months over the incident in Gran Canaria. The case has added another layer of pressure around the 23-year-old, who is currently recovering from an injury.

Mourinho Confirms Internal Action Against Asencio

Speaking ahead of Real Madrid’s meeting with Real Betis, Mourinho confirmed that the club had begun an internal disciplinary procedure involving Asencio.

The Portuguese coach distinguished between the player's conduct during training and his behaviour away from the club. Mourinho praised Asencio's professionalism at Valdebebas but expressed dissatisfaction with the incidents that have surrounded the defender away from football.

Mourinho also stressed that representing Real Madrid carries responsibilities beyond matchdays and training sessions.

His comments came just hours before Asencio was cleared in a separate court case concerning the sharing of a sexually explicit video. That legal proceeding was unrelated to the driving conviction that triggered Real Madrid's disciplinary action.

The Incident That Triggered the Club's Procedure

Asencio was convicted after being stopped in Gran Canaria while driving under the influence of alcohol.

The court imposed a €14,400 financial penalty and an eight-month driving ban. Reports said his alcohol level was significantly above the legal limit.

The incident occurred while Asencio was a Real Madrid player, making the matter particularly sensitive for the club.

Rather than announcing an immediate sporting suspension, Real Madrid opted to open an internal procedure to examine the circumstances and determine any appropriate disciplinary response.

Asencio Cleared in Separate Legal Case

The disciplinary development coincided with another major legal update involving the defender.

A court in Gran Canaria acquitted Asencio in a case concerning the alleged sharing of a sexually explicit video without the consent of the people appearing in it. The court decision followed forgiveness from the victims.

Three former Real Madrid youth players involved in the wider case received one-year suspended prison sentences after being convicted of recording and distributing the videos. Asencio's involvement in that case was specifically related to sharing the material, and he was not accused of recording it.

Asencio later expressed his relief at the court's decision and said he had learned from the difficult period.

Mourinho Still Backs Asencio as a Player

Despite his frustration, Mourinho did not announce that Asencio had been removed from his sporting plans.

The defender has remained sidelined because of a muscle injury and had not played for Real Madrid during the season at the time Mourinho addressed the issue. The coach said the injury would keep him out for several more weeks.

Mourinho also described Asencio as a highly committed professional inside the training ground, noting his work ethic and attitude during daily sessions.

That distinction means the disciplinary case is being handled separately from his footballing role, at least while the internal proceedings remain open.

A New Standard of Responsibility at Real Madrid

The episode highlights the strict expectations Mourinho has placed on his players since taking charge.

For the Portuguese coach, wearing the Real Madrid shirt represents an ongoing responsibility rather than something limited to training and matches. His comments suggest that off-field behaviour can have consequences for the reputation of both the individual player and the club.

The coach's stance also reflects the importance Real Madrid place on protecting the institution's public image.

Asencio now faces the club's internal process while continuing his recovery from injury. The final disciplinary decision will determine whether Real Madrid impose an additional sanction beyond the punishment already handed down by the Spanish court.

What Happens Next for Asencio?

For now, Asencio remains a Real Madrid player and continues his rehabilitation.

The club's disciplinary procedure is still open, meaning no final internal punishment has been confirmed. Mourinho's comments, however, indicate that Real Madrid are treating the matter seriously.

The defender's return to competitive football will therefore take place against the backdrop of both his physical recovery and the club's internal review.

With the court having cleared him in the separate video case, the immediate issue for Real Madrid is now the disciplinary process linked to his driving conviction. The outcome of that procedure will determine the next step in Asencio's relationship with the club.