Brazil star reveals his ‘influence’ on England international’s arrival at Bernabeu; He admits he wants to play with the Frenchman. .
- Vinicius sent messages to Bellingham for months
- Also to Camavinga
- He doesn’t talk to Mbappe
WHAT HAPPENED? Given their instant chemistry on the pitch, it was no surprise that Vinicius shared details of how their relationship began months earlier, when the Brazilian happily took on the role of convincing Jude Bellingham to join Madrid.
WHAT WAS SAID? Speaking to L’Equipe about Bellingham’s arrival, Vinicius commented: “We are very happy that he has signed. I had been texting him for months! I told him: ‘This is the best team in the world’. That he knew. other teams wanted him. Juni (Calafat, responsible for Madrid’s international recruitment) has become a friend and knows that if I can offer him a little help, I will. I did not know Bellingham personally, but I knew other teams liked it “They wanted and I did the same thing I did with Camavinga: I sent him messages for months and told him that Madrid is the best club in the world. He came and won the Champions League.”
But when asked if he had similar plans to bring Mbappe to the Bernabeu, the South American winger was categorical: “No, it’s different! Kylian has his situation. With Jude he knew he could move this summer. And It’s perfect that it happened.” Everyone here wants to play with Kylian. I hope that happens someday, hopefully. He is one of the best players, maybe the best of them all today.”
As it is, Vinicius appears to be leading the new generation at Real Madrid in more ways than one, having overcome some uncertain first seasons to become an important figure at just 23 years of age.
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WHAT’S NEXT FOR REAL MADRID? Los Blancos face a big week after the international players return from their duties during the FIFA break, with trips to Sevilla and Braga followed by another away match in the first Clásico of the season in Barcelona.
Source: Goal