In recent months, Vinicius Junior has come of age and his future is uncertain. Although he has been a question mark for Real Madrid, he has lit up the Olympic Stadium with two goals. His second goal against Shakhtar was one of the best in this round. He had previously struggled to score goals, but has reached another level in recent weeks. Can he become the next Ronaldo?
Vinicius Junior’s style of play
Despite his age, Vinicius Junior is showing all the hallmarks of a top class talent. His eye for the final ball, composure and passing ability in the final third have earned him praise from many. He has scored twice in as many games since joining Real Madrid, including two spectacular goals against Leganes and Alaves in the Copa del Rey.
His constant movement has been a huge asset in games. His relentless running towards goal has forced his opponents to play on the counter-attack. He has averaged 82 minutes per match across competitions. Even in the quarter-final against Chelsea, he only came off the pitch for 10 minutes. He also contributed to the winning goal. So much so, that his style of play has the potential to be the next Ronaldo.
Vinicius’s attacking style has won him plaudits from critics and fans alike. While he has yet to win the Champions League, he has already contributed two goals and an assist against Atletico Madrid B. His slick style has allowed him to be a regular starter in La Liga, and he has even surpassed Cristiano Ronaldo in the Copa del Rey.
Like Ronaldo, Vinicius Jr. is a talented player who has been a vital part of Real Madrid this season. His close control and innate speed have made him difficult to deal with by opposing defences. The teen joined Real Madrid at the age of 18 and is now one of the best young players in the world. While this doesn’t mean he can become the next Ronaldo, his style of play and confidence are both definite assets.
In addition to his goal scoring abilities, Ocampos is a fantastic link between the wide players and the striker. He dribbles the ball to elude defenders and has explosive pace. His off-ball movements and close control skills make him one of the most dangerous players in the league. A talented striker, Ocampos’ style of play has the potential to become the next Ronaldo.
His goals
Earlier this year, when he was just 19 years old, Vinicius was already known as a Flamengo youth jewel. He scored twice against Nacional and set up two others, scoring the game-winning goal against Cruzeiro and completing the game with a fine finish. His decisive footwork and skill set should give Real Madrid fans hope that he can become the club’s next superstar.
After assisting on Benzema’s winning goal in the last-16 game against Paris Saint-Germain, Vinicius also contributed with another goal in both quarter-final matches against Chelsea. He showed that he can go the distance, as he burned veteran countryman Fernandinho for a solo goal against Manchester City in the semi-final first leg. His goal in the 2021-22 season finished with 17 goals and 10 assists, and he was named in most observers’ teams of the season. Besides La Liga goals, he also has contributed three goals and six assists in 12 Champions League games.
Aside from his ability to score goals, Vinicius’s physique is another factor to consider. He is a young player, but already shows a maturity beyond his years. While his teammates have been training on their physiques in the off-season, he is motivated to improve his game. He could have rested up after the season and begun working on his physique only after pre-season training started, but instead, he is taking his time and keeping his body in top condition during his vacation days.
A talented defender with a flair for causing havoc in attacking areas. With the quality of his passing and dribbling, he is already a premier winger. The ability to drive Real Madrid up the pitch when pressed is what makes him such an important player for Real Madrid. In addition to his technical skills, he also has an emotional sense. If he can reach the next level of confidence, he can be the next Ronaldo.
The 21-year-old is a youngster, but his performances are already showing better than most of the leading players in Europe. With seven goals in La Liga this season, he is second only to Karim Benzema in goals. The Argentine is expected to have a breakthrough season as he continues to play regularly for Los Blancos. And with his EUR1 billion release clause, the potential to be the next Ronaldo is there.
His stats
Despite being just 22 years old, the Brazilian winger has already made an impact in La Liga. Since joining Real Madrid in 2016, Vinicius Junior has been an excellent contributor to the team’s attacking play. He is able to provide a link to Karim Benzema, providing added goals for the club. His dribbling ability is second to none, and he can beat defenders one-on-one. As of this writing, he has attempted 203 dribbles, compared to 212 attempts by Allan Saint-Maximin and Sofiane Boufal.
While he is still a young player, Vinicius has improved on all fronts this season, with his decision-making and chance creation skills proving to be more mature than ever. While his dribbling remains unorthodox, his finishing has become better. As a result, he has the potential to be the next big thing in European football. However, it will take time for the Portuguese international to reach the heights that his idols achieved.
The Brazilian’s fast start has earned him front-page recognition in the Spanish capital. The media were quick to laud the player, but it took a while for the more analytical wing to assess whether the fast start was a permanent one. In the meantime, Vinicius’s development has continued to impress, and his recent form will only increase his potential. It would not be unreasonable to think that he could even become the next Ronaldo.
Despite his youth and inexperience, he has already made a big impact at Real Madrid. His growth is seemingly exponential. With experience and confidence, he is only going to get better. Eventually, he could become a Real Madrid regular, and even a starter. The next Ronaldo is already among Real Madrid’s most impressive players, but he has yet to make his mark at the Nou Camp.
After missing out on Neymar last year, Real Madrid president Florentino Perez became obsessed with finding the next great Brazilian talent. This talent emerged in Vinicius Jr. at Flamengo. He has since made a big money move to Real Madrid. Since then, Vinicius has taken the Champions League by storm. He has sparked controversy by diving into the fans. However, according to COVID-19 regulations, the fans are not allowed to get involved in a player’s celebration.
His future at Real Madrid
Vinicius Junior has signed a new contract with Real Madrid, confirming that he has decided to stay at the club for a further two years. Real Madrid are desperate to keep hold of the talented Brazilian forward, who has so far scored 22 goals and assisted 20 more. This deal has a EUR1 billion release clause, which means that Real Madrid can rescind the deal if he is not happy with it.
Abrantes has followed the young Brazilian’s career closely. He has watched him play for Flamengo, as well as for Brazil’s under-age teams. He was only 18 years old when he signed for Real Madrid, but since then he has burst onto the European stage. We spoke to his uncle and two coaches about his future in the Spanish capital. Here are some insights into his development at Real Madrid.
In a bid to make the step up to the senior team, Vinicius has played well in recent weeks. His debut La Liga goal came against Alaves in February, while he has also been a prominent player in the Copa del Rey, where he had seven assists and two goals in five early round ties. He ran Gerard Pique ragged in the Clasico semi-final second leg.
As the club’s second in the league, Real Madrid are also keen to keep their talented youngsters. Their Champions League exit last week saw them beaten by Sheriff Tiraspol in the final. Real Madrid will be looking to them more over the next year, and their youth policy is far less reliant on young players than Barcelona. They also have a resident scout, Tor-Kristian Karlsen.
The teenager has been hailed as “the next Neymar” despite only having played 17 minutes of senior football for Flamengo. Real Madrid signed him despite his lack of experience and EUR30 million release clause and he has already made his debut in the Champions League. The Brazilian has struggled to impress in the first team but has shown some promising form during the past season. However, he remains young and is unlikely to be the long-term successor to Dani Carvajal and Sergio Ramos.
