Vinicius Jr., the shining star of Real Madrid, recently opened up to Brazilian media about his future aspirations, the prestigious Ballon d'Or award, and potential teammate Neymar.
Vinicius Jr., the shining star of Real Madrid, recently shared his thoughts on his future, the Ballon d'Or, and the potential return of Neymar to Santos in an interview with TNT Sports BR. After a stellar performance in the Champions League against RB Salzburg, Vinicius justified his MVP title and came closer to surpassing Ronaldo Nazario's goal tally for the club.
During the interview, Vinicius expressed his admiration for Ronaldo, who had a significant impact on his career. He also mentioned Kylian Mbappe and Rodrygo as vital teammates, emphasizing their shared goal of making Mbappe the top scorer in all competitions. Despite rumors of a potential move to Saudi Arabia, Vinicius reaffirmed his commitment to Real Madrid, expressing his desire to help the club win more titles and improve his game.
Regarding the Ballon d'Or, which Vinicius came second in voting for last year, he emphasized the importance of team contributions over individual awards. He acknowledged that Roddy and Jude Bellingham were also making significant contributions to the team, implying that they too could potentially win such awards.
On the topic of Neymar, Vinicius expressed his admiration for the ex-Barcelona star, hoping for his return to Santos as soon as possible. Neymar, who is reportedly close to rejoining his boyhood club, seems to be motivated by the prospect of playing in a familiar environment and regaining top form ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Enriching the conversation, Vinicius' recent successes at Real Madrid include winning the 2024 UEFA Champions League and being named the UEFA Champions League Player of the Season. He has also signed a new contract until 2027, with a clause for a potential extension. Despite these achievements, some controversies surrounding Vinicius have raised questions about his future at the club.
Furthermore, the news of Neymar's potential return to Santos has been met with enthusiasm, given that he could regain his form in a familiar environment. Neymar has been dealing with physical issues, but coach Jorge Jesus plans to use him selectively, only playing him in the Asian Champions League and Club World Cup.
Vinicius Jr. expressed his admiration for Ronaldo, who once played for FC Barcelona, stating that the Portuguese legend had a significant impact on his career. In the same interview, Vinicius mentioned Neymar, the ex-Barcelona star, expressing his hope for Neymar's return to his boyhood club, Santos. This potential return could help Neymar regain top form ahead of the 2026 World Cup in Brazil.
