Back in October, Vinicius Jr had reacted to his Ballon d’Or disappointment by tweeting in Portuguese, “‘I’ll do it x10 if it’s needed. They’re not ready.” And his display last night suggested he was not kidding.

Vinicius Junior had the last laugh in Real Madrid's Champions League clash against Manchester City, whose fans unfurled a large Ballon d'Or banner before the game.

Real Madrid have reportedly opened talks with Vinicius Jr’s representatives as they attempt to ward off interest from Saudi Arabia and tie the Brazilian down to a new contract.