Vinicius Junior was greeted by Carlo Ancelotti following Real Madrid superb 4-0 The league win Gerona.
The Brazilian international put in a superb performance at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu, with an early goal, and two assists, on a dominant night for Ancelotti's side.
Another impressive performance raised his profile ahead of a crunch period of the campaign with Real Madrid now taking a crucial step in the title race.
In addition to domestic business, Real Madrid also restart their Champions League campaign, against RB Leipzig in midweek.
Vinicius Junior in full flight is a great asset to Real Madrid and Ancelotti is without a doubt where he ranks on the list of world class players.
“When Vini Jr plays at this level, for me he is the best player in the world!” said full time.
Vinicius Jr is set to start the Champions League trip to Germany, but Ancelotti has admitted there is a major injury doubt over Jude Bellingham after the England star sprained his ankle against Girona.
