Former French footballer Claude Makelele has praised Vinicius Junior.
Makelele called him “fantastic” during a recent interview. The Brazilian is known for his speed and dribbling skills, and he’s been a key player for Real Madrid in recent years. He joined the club in 2018 and was also selected for the Brazilian national team, where he is seeing as a very important part of the future.
Makelele’s comments are a testament to Vinicius Jr’s talent and potential. With his impressive performances on the pitch, it’s no surprise that he caught the attention of footballing legends like Makelele. Vinicius’ future looks bright, and he’s sure to continue making waves in the world of football.
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Makelele’s praise for Vinicius Jr.
Makelele said: “He is a fantastic player. Every team in the world would like to have a player like him. He is incredible: he dribbles, he makes assists, he scores. He’s quick,” MARCA reported.
Besides, Makelele also discussed football news including the Champions League semi-final between Real Madrid and Manchester City. According to him, Real Madrid are still the best team in the world, but Manchester City have now understood how to play in this type of competition.
🗣️ Makelele: “Vinicius is a fantastic player. All the teams in the world would like to have a player like him. It's amazing: dribbles, assists, scores. He is very fast..” pic.twitter.com/RNuSWhmz6m
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Nonetheless, Makelele is still a Real Madrid fan and believes the team has a good chance of winning. He pointed out that Manchester City are different this year as the team is more compact and has gained experience after winning the Premier League. Moreover, the addition of Erling Haaland strengthens Manchester City’s attack.
Finally, Makelele also spoke about the racist episodes that Vinicius Jr faced. According to him, these acts are the work of a small group of people who are hiding.
