Vini Jr ended the season as a Champions League and LaLiga winner and was also named the Champions League's Player of the Year.
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“In my opinion, he deserves to win the Ballon d’Or," said Martinelli from the Brazil camp.
“It’s a great pride to play with Vini, I see a special boy who deserves it. I feel very happy as a Brazilian to see him succeed."
Martinelli and Vini Jr are preparing for the summer's Copa America.