Shock twist as Real Madrid could skip Ballon d’Or gala with Vinicius Jr. not expected to win
Los Blancos to snub ceremony in Paris due to lack of recognition for Brazilian winger
Real Madrid are considering skipping the Ballon d’Or gala in Paris next month due to their belief that Vinicius Jr. will not win the award, according to reports in Spain.
The Brazilian winger has been in stunning form for Real this season, scoring 10 goals in 16 games in all competitions, and many believe he is a strong contender for the Ballon d’Or.
However, it is understood that Real Madrid are not confident that Vinicius will win the award, and they are therefore considering snubbing the ceremony in protest.
The Ballon d’Or is the most prestigious individual award in football, and it is given to the player who is considered to have had the best year.
The award is voted for by a panel of journalists from around the world, and the winner is announced at a ceremony in Paris.
Real Madrid have won the Ballon d’Or a record 14 times, and they are the most successful club in the history of the award.
However, the club has not won the award since Cristiano Ronaldo won it in 2018, and they are keen to see Vinicius Jr. win the award this year.
If Real Madrid do decide to skip the Ballon d’Or gala, it would be a major snub to the organisers of the award.
It would also be a sign of the club’s growing frustration with the lack of recognition for Vinicius Jr., who has been one of the best players in the world this season.