Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti has made his feelings clear on the 2024 Ballon d'Or
Real Madrid's Champions League-winning manager, Carlo Ancelotti, has thrown his weight behind Vinicius Junior to win the 2024 Ballon d'Or.
Vinicius was in exceptional form last season, shouldering the creative and goalscoring burden alongside fellow Ballon d'Or candidate Jude Bellingham.
Bellingham scored 23 goals, and Vini led all scorers with 24, and 11 assists.
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Ancelotti picks Vinicius Junior for Ballon d'Or
If you were wondering who would get the push for the award, or perhaps you're rooting for one or the other, Ancelotti has made the choice easier for everyone.
Speaking after their UEFA Champions League win, the legendary tactician said:
“Vinicius Junior deserves to win the Ballon d’Or. I’ve no doubts”.
Club president Florentino Perez also echoed the same sentiments and backed Vinicius for glory.
"Vini Jr should win Ballon d’Or. There is no doubt," Perez said after the match.
Do you think Vinicius deserves the Ballon d'Or, or should Bellingham have a say? Let us know in the comments.
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