Vinícius Júnior has already turned 25, but the Brazilian star hasn't held back in turning his birthday into an unprecedented event. After Lamine Yamal was criticized for his celebration at 18, Vini has decided to raise the bar exponentially.
According to Mundo Deportivo, the white star will organize a two-day party in Rio de Janeiro. The chosen venue is Lajedo Stadium, in Vargem Pequena.
Everything sounds like a production with professional resources, high security standards, and big surprises for the guests.
Location and security measures
The event won't be discreet. The venue requires guests to leave their phones at the entrance to guarantee privacy. In addition, it will feature six stages, live trap and funk music, and locker rooms decorated by Beija‑Flor, the famous samba school.
The organization will be handled by more than 200 professionals. A setup is expected that perfectly fits a mix between a festival and a private gala.
Inevitable comparisons
Everyone remembers Lamine's party, which some called excessive. However, Vinícius's will go much further. He doesn't seek to compare himself only to Neymar, his main role model, but to set his own style.
For three days, people talked about the 18-year-old Catalan; now the 25-year-old aims to eclipse any precedent.
Those close to him say that Vini wants to show who's been setting media trends for years. His stalled contract renewal and interactions with the club intersect with this media explosion.
Moreover, Vinícius isn't experiencing his best moment in sports. Having lost his spot as the world's most valuable footballer, Xabi Alonso is considering benching him since he can't find a place for him in his team.
His departure from the club is on everyone's lips. In fact, Florentino no longer considers him untouchable and is willing to listen to offers.
Added tension in Madrid
Beyond the show, there's rejection in Valdebebas. Xabi Alonso is watching closely. For the coach, Vinícius is still a global talent prospect, but he asks for more consistency, discipline, and commitment.
Such celebrations, at this moment, make a contract renewal that's still blocked by financial differences even more complicated.
Florentino Pérez and the club's inner circle will breathe easy... as long as the media bomb doesn't disrupt internal calm.