Paul Pogba has echoed a popular sentiment in world football, naming Vinícius Júnior as the best player in the world right now. The Brazilian forward, despite not winning the Ballon d’Or recently, is widely regarded as one of the top talents in the sport, and Pogba’s endorsement comes as no surprise.
Speaking during a live stream with influencer iShowSpeed, Pogba, who is expected to part ways with Juventus soon, was asked to name the best player in the world. Without hesitation, the former Manchester United midfielder responded, “I will give it to Vini,” referring to Vinícius Júnior.
The 24-year-old Vinícius Júnior had an incredible season with Real Madrid, helping the club secure major titles, including the UEFA Champions League, La Liga, and the Spanish Super Cup. His performances last season were crucial to Madrid’s success, and even though his start to the current season was slower, he has shown flashes of brilliance, such as his match-winning hat-trick against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League.
Vinícius’ stock in the world of football has been rising steadily, and his talent is undeniable. Despite a less-than-ideal performance in the first El Clasico of the season against FC Barcelona, he remains one of the most exciting players on the planet. Fans will be hoping to see him return to his goalscoring form as Real Madrid faces AC Milan in the Champions League later tonight.
