Vinicius Jr has revealed that Real Madrid instructed him to skip the Ballon d'Or ceremony, where Man City’s Rodri won the top prize. The Brazilian insisted he wasn’t disappointed and remains focused on winning more trophies. His absence fueled speculation that Madrid was protesting the award outcome.
Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior has disclosed that the club instructed him to skip the Ballon d'Or ceremony, where Manchester City's Rodri was awarded the top honor. The Brazilian star confirmed that his absence was not a personal decision but rather a directive from the club’s management.
The decision sparked debate, with some seeing it as Real Madrid’s silent protest against the outcome. Despite missing out on the award, Vinicius downplayed any disappointment, stating he never aspired to win the Ballon d'Or but remains focused on securing more team trophies. The 23-year-old already boasts two Champions League titles and aims for further success.
When questioned about his absence at the event, Vinicius emphasized that he follows the club’s directives, saying, “I do what the club tells me to do.” His statement fueled speculation that Madrid was dissatisfied with Rodri's win, given their historic rivalry with Manchester City.
With a crucial Champions League clash against Atletico Madrid on the horizon, Vinicius will be looking to channel his energy into delivering another standout performance.
