"Without doubt, the one who inspired me the most was Iniesta. Andres Iniesta was always my great reference,"
"And then Luka Modric, of course,"
"If Joao [Neves] and I finish our careers and are placed on the same level as Xavi Hernandez and Andres Iniesta, it would be fantastic,"
"There are many, many things that we train every day and that we already know we have to do, but what can never be lacking with Luis Enrique is commitment. In that respect, nobody can fail him,"
Vitinha enjoyed a remarkable 2025 with PSG, winning multiple club titles and securing a Ballon d'Or podium finish. The 25-year-old received the Best Midfielder of 2025 award at the Globe Soccer Awards in Dubai. He identifies Andres Iniesta as his primary footballing inspiration and cites Luka Modric as another reference. He praises Lamine Yamal and Pedri and aspires to reach the levels of Xavi Hernandez and Andres Iniesta. Vitinha has been linked with Real Madrid. Under manager Luis Enrique at PSG, daily training emphasizes many tactical elements, with commitment described as indispensable and non-negotiable.
Read at Barca Universal
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