Vinícius Júnior hasn't started the season the way he wanted; that is a fact. He plays, he's prominent, but ever since Mbappé's arrival there's something that isn't quite right in the white offense. Madrid knew how to stand out against Villarreal and get back on the winning track after what happened against Lille, but new alarms are now ringing.
The journalist and renowned Real Madrid fan, Tomás Roncero, sparked the debate after Real Madrid's defeat against Lille in the Champions League. During the show El Larguero, Roncero analyzed the poor performance of the white team. He also put the spotlight on one of his key players, Vinícius, who's not at the level he is remembered for, he believes.
Vinícius Júnior, obsessed with the Ballon d'Or?
Roncero was very clear in his statements: "Vinícius seems obsessed with the Ballon d'Or." He believes that this distraction could be affecting the Brazilian player's game. According to the journalist, Vinícius has not shown the joy and spark that characterized him last season.
In short, he seems more focused on personal goals than on his performance on the pitch. "The team has lost its joy," said Roncero, who believes that Vinícius should return to focusing on his soccer and leave aside the media pressure.
These statements have resonated strongly among Real Madrid fans. Many see Vinícius as one of the club's great hopes, but they also agree that his performance has dropped, which was particularly noticeable in the defeat against Lille. This match has been a turning point for criticism towards the Brazilian player, who now faces the pressure to recover his best form.
Roncero also pointed out that Vinícius's poor form is only part of a bigger problem on the field. As for Carlo Ancelotti, he said after the match that the team didn't offer its best performance. In addition to working on footballing aspects, confidence in the dressing room must also be restored. "We haven't left a good impression," admitted the coach, aware of the importance of correcting the course.
Finally, Roncero sent a clear message: Vinícius has the potential to lead Real Madrid, but he needs to focus and enjoy his soccer again. The next matches will be decisive for the Whites and for the figure of the young Brazilian footballer.