Brazil legend Ronaldo, has tipped his fellow country man and Real Madrid striker Vinicius Junior to win this year’s Ballon d’Or.
Ronaldo who also played for Real Madrid also stated that Vini who scored in Real Madrid 2-0 win over Bourussia Dortmund in the Champions League final is “the best player in the world by far”.
“I think Vini already deserves [the Ballon d’Or],” the latter told ESPN. “I think his time has come. He’s had a spectacular Champions League, a spectacular La Liga, and he’s been evolving more and more.
“He’s been extremely decisive this year for Real Madrid. For me, today, he’s the best player in the world by far.
“I remember that I did his presentation the day he arrived at Real Madrid and I got on well with him. I talk to Vini a lot about football and certain details and, looking at everything that’s happened, it’s a fantastic development that he’s making.”
Vini with 24 goals in all competitions lead Real Madrid to the Spanish title and to their 15th Champions League title.
