There seems to be no stopping Vinicius Junior at the moment. The Real Madrid star had put up a remarkable 2021/22 campaign, and many had wondered whether it was a one-off. It most certainly was not as there is an argument to be made that the Brazilian winger has been even better this time around.
Vinicius is putting up big performances against top opposition on a consistent basis. And it is time to start considering him amongst the best players in the world.
The transformation that he has undergone, under the management of Carlo Ancelotti, is something to admire. Vinicius has gone from a inconsistent winger with a lot of potential to one of the most reliable performers in this Real Madrid team.
Of course, the club had signed Vinicius while he was a teenager and he has developed his game at Santiago Bernabeu. Recently, the club agreed a deal to sign another Brazilian wonderkid with even more hype surrounding him. It is none other than Endrick.
Vinicius Jr sends message to €60 million Real Madrid signing
Real Madrid agreed a €60 million transfer deal with Palmeiras to sign Endrick in 2024. €35 million of it is believed to be the initial fee while the remaining €25 million will be in add-ons.
As reported by Mundo Deportivo, Vinicius said while speaking to TNT Sports Brasil, when journalist Tati Mantovani reminded him that Endrick won a title with Palmeiras this week and said that Real Madrid is going to win the Champions League and that Vini is going to be the best in the world:
"“Ah, yes. I saw it. I have a great affection for him. I am always supporting and encouraging him. I’m very happy for his title and for the goal he scored in the final. People are waiting for it to arrive now.”"
Endrick is considered by many as the biggest talent to come out of Brazilian football since Neymar. He has also earned comparisons to the great Ronaldo Nazario already. It is worth remembering that he is just 16 years of age though and it is important to give him time to develop his game.