With Kylian Mbappe having joined Real Madrid last summer, there had been some concerns about a possible clash with other “big egos” in the dressing room, and especially with Vinicius Junior, who

Real Madrid stars Vinicius Junior and Kylian Mbappe are optimistic about a goal-filled 2025 ahead, having now had half a season to adapt to each other's game.

The suspension is a blow to a Real Madrid side that managed just two wins in the four matches Vinícius Júnior missed due to injury this season. The winger leads the team with 14 goals across all competitions and is Carlo Ancelotti's best player in almost every match he plays.

Winning FIFA's 'The Best' award for 2024 has made Vinicius Junior the highest paid player at Real Madrid. Last week's triumph for the Brazil attacker will see a new bonus triggered in his contract. AS says Vini Jr 's deal to 2027 is worth €15m-a-year, which he originally signed in 2022.

Real Madrid attacker Kylian Mbappe has opened up about what he admires in his attacking partner, Vinicius Junior. Mbappe joined the LaLiga giants last summer on a free transfer after his contract with Paris Saint-Germain ended.