Football Legend and former Netherlands midfielder, Clarence Seedorf, has hinted that problems between UEFA and Real Madrid led to Vinicius Junior missing out on the 2024 Ballon d’Or award.
Vinicius Jr. was initially favored to win the Ballon d’Or, but Real Madrid reportedly canceled his flight to the ceremony after learning that he wouldn’t take the award. Instead, Manchester City’s Rodri was ultimately named the world’s best player.
But speaking at the event, Seedorf said: “Vini Jr. deserves to keep this award.
“I think problems between Real Madrid and UEFA should be kept separated from an award the player deserves.
“It’s a shame.”
Vinicius finished in second place, while his team-mate Jude Bellingham came third.
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