'Vinicius will make history in world football'

Little by little, Vinicius Jr is starting to gain a reputation in 'Los Blancos' first team. Like ants alleviating their shortcomings and showing their virtues, Vinicius is gradually making his way. 

He has already made his league debut- and scored in the few minutes he had- his cup debut and he made his first assist on his Champions League debut. There are still doubts outside of Madrid, but not at the heart of the Santiago Bernabéu. 

One of the firm believers in the capabilities of the young Brazilian is compatriot, Robert Carlos, a former Madrid man himself of course.

"He is very young and left Flamengo with a great experience, it was a huge joy for him to play in the Champions League, he will make history in Madrid and in world football, he is a modern, responsible , consistent and complete player," he said.

The one certainty is that Vinicius appears to be firmly in the plans of boss Solari, possibly the man who knows the player better than anyone. Since the start of the season.

The Argentine has helped Vinicius show the best of himself for Madrid Castilla, where he produced several sensational performances. A man, who by chance, shared the same dressing room as Roberto Carlos. 

"Santi's pass was terrible, my cross was great and Zidane's shot was horrible", Carlos said with a laugh, as he recalled the historic goal scored by the Frenchman in Glasgow. Years after hanging up their boots, both Zidane and Solari would return to manage 'Los Blancos'. 

Roberto Carlos does something slighly further afield: "I am very proud of the role I am undertaking for the club, and I hope to continue in it for many years."

Additionally, the former left back admitted that "the victory in Plzen was great", as it "gives confidence to continue working and improving so that the team has the opportunity to play another final." 

The appointment of the Wanda Metropolitano as the stage for this year's Champions League final also raises the hopes of Juve, who now have Cristiano Ronaldo: "He does a lot, but he alone cannot win the Champions League."