Real Madrid defender, Eder Militao has backed winger Vinicius Jr. to win the 2024 Ballon d’Or over midfielder Jude Bellingham.

Militao spoke after Real Madrid defeated Alaves 5-0 in the La Liga at the Santiago Bernabeu on Tuesday.

Both Bellingham and Vinicius scored during the encounter.

Militao was asked after the game to pick who should win the 2024 Ballon d’Or between Bellingham and Vinicius.

He replied (via MadridXtra): “Both great but Vinicius.”

“Vinicius for Ballon d’Or? He’s the best, if he keeps going he can win it soon,” Militao added.