Real Madrid and Vinicius Junior have opened negotiations over a new contract for the Brazilian forward, and despite his consistent remarks in public about wanting to stay at the club for many more

The Brazilian winger was taunted by Manchester City fans before the game, but put in a man of the match performance to give his side the advantage.

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.