A Spanish legend humiliates Vinicius Junior

“C’” is one of the notable remarks generating debate in Spain. In the ongoing discourse about the current best player, former Spanish international Marcos Senna, who is of Brazilian descent, expressed his preference for Lamine Yamal over Vinicius Junior, supporting his view with well-reasoned arguments.

Vinicius Junior is emerging as a strong candidate for the 2024 Ballon d’Or. Following an outstanding season with notable performances in the Champions League, the 24-year-old Brazilian has garnered significant attention from football analysts. Many anticipate that the Real Madrid player will secure the prestigious award this year. With his dazzling and dynamic playing style, he is a key player for the team. In a recent La Liga match against Villarreal, he made a significant impact and remains the most aggressive player in Carlo Ancelotti’s squad during one-on-one situations, even if he isn’t the team’s top dribbler.

Senna’s comments have ignited controversy. He has openly criticized Vinicius, saying, “That’s why I prefer Yamal.” However, opinions on the Brazilian vary. According to Senna, who played for Villarreal from 2002 to 2013, Vinicius lacks overall completeness as a player. In an interview with Mundo Deportivo, the now 48-year-old former defensive midfielder argues that the young Lamine Yamal from Barcelona is a more complete player, needing only speed to become an ideal dribbler.

“I prefer Lamine Yamal to Vinicius because he can ‘pause’ like Messi. He’s more involved in the game, provides greater variety in his passing, has a better shot, and is more aesthetically pleasing in one-on-one scenarios. If he had Vinicius’s speed, he would be the perfect dribbler,” the former Spanish international remarked. This pointed statement has elicited a variety of responses across Spain.

Regardless of differing opinions, it’s essential to recognize that Vinicius continues to develop each season. Criticized upon his arrival at Real Madrid in 2018, he has diligently worked his way to becoming one of the world’s top players. As reported by Media Relevo on Tuesday, the 24-year-old is set to compete for the Ballon d’Or this season, alongside Rodri, Mbappe, Haaland, and others. Moreover, the Madrid leadership is already making arrangements for the ceremony to honor their player.