Vinicius praises Fede Valverde as Real Madrid's most important player

The discussion took place just hours before Brazil's 4-1 loss to Argentina in a World Cup qualifier, where Vinícius later voiced his disappointment with his team's performance.

During their hour-long meeting, Vinicius, who gifted Davo a signed jersey, revealed his deep respect for Valverde, emphasising the midfielder's crucial role in Real Madrid's success.

Davo Xeneize shared the details of the meeting, recalling how the Brazilian star, in his relaxed and down-to-earth manner, expressed his admiration for his teammate's impact on the pitch. "For him, the most important player at Real Madrid is Fede Valverde," he said, highlighting the respect between the two teammates.

The Madrid sensation's remarks come as no surprise as Valverde’s influence on both the defensive and attacking aspects of Real Madrid's game has made him indispensable to the team's success under manager Carlo Ancelotti.