Vini Júnior has reached the pinnacle of football valuation. The Brazilian star, playing for Real Madrid, now shares the top spot with Norwegian striker Erling Haaland. Both players are valued at an astounding 200 million euros (R$ 1.2 billion / $214.3 million). This valuation comes from the respected football database Transfermarkt. At just 24 years […]
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