Real Madrid’s presence was notably absent at the Ballon d’Or ceremony in Paris, with no representatives from the club attending the event. This includes manager Carlo Ancelotti, midfielder Jude Bellingham, and club president Florentino Pérez, who were all absent from the prestigious awards night. Their absence meant that forward Vinicius Junior, who has been a subject of high praise and predictions for future Ballon d’Or success by Ancelotti, did not have the support of his club at the ceremony.
Background on Vinicius Junior
Vinicius Junior, a key player for Real Madrid, has been frequently backed by Ancelotti as a potential future Ballon d’Or winner. The Brazilian forward has been highlighted in several statements by Ancelotti, who has expressed confidence in his abilities and potential to achieve this accolade in the coming years.
Recent Developments
In the days leading up to the ceremony, Ancelotti had reiterated his belief in Vinicius Junior’s potential to win the Ballon d’Or, as reported by various sources. Despite this, the absence of Real Madrid’s key figures at the event was unexpected, given the manager’s recent endorsements of the player.
Implications
The absence of Real Madrid’s representatives at the Ballon d’Or ceremony raises questions about the club’s support for their players during such significant events. It remains to be seen how this will affect the dynamics within the team and the morale of players like Vinicius Junior, who have been publicly supported by their manager.