Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr tipped to win Ballon d’Or this year

Brazil International and Arsenal forward, Gabriel Martinelli has tipped his international team-mate Vinicius Jr, to win the  Ballon d’Or this year.

Martinelli said Vinicius “deserves” to win the prize In an interview with ESPN Brazil.

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He said: “It is a great pride to be playing with him, experiencing everyday life, seeing the special and deserving boy he is.

“We are very happy to see a Brazilian shining. In my opinion, he deserves to win the Ballon d’Or.”

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Vinicius scored in Real Madrid’s 2-0 win over Borussia Dortmund in last weekend’s Champions League final, securing their 15th European Cup title.

In total, the Brazilian has scored 24 goals in 34 games in all competitions.