Vinícius José Paixão de Oliveira Júnior Famously known as Vini Jr. plays as a winger for La Liga club Real Madrid and the Brazil national team.

Vini Jr. started his football career early, joining the Flamengo youth system, one of Brazil’s largest clubs, at the age of ten. At the age of 16, he quickly rose through the ranks and earned his senior squad debut in 2017.

His Flamengo performances piqued the interest of numerous prominent European teams. Real Madrid signed him in 2018 for a reported sum of €45 million, making him one of the most expensive teenagers in football history.

Vini Jr. is regarded as one of the world’s best player.