Vitinha: The Rise from Wolves Reject to PSG Superstar
Discover how Vitinha went from being considered not good enough for Wolves to becoming the key player at Paris Saint-Germain, as former AC Milan star Ruud Gullit praises his play-making abilities over the team's star forwards.
The Parisiens' forwards may have hogged the headlines during their treble win, but Luis Enrique believes the Portuguese is his most important playerTowards the tail end of Paris Saint-Germain's remarkable 2024-25 campaign, Ruud Gullit admitted that he was utterly enamoured with Luis Enrique's thrilling team. Just like everyone else, the Dutch legend had been captivated by the French club's wonderful wingers, but it was Vitinha's play-making in the middle of the park which really blew Gullit away."He wasn't even good enough to play for Wolves and now he's the best player at Paris Saint-Germain!" the former AC Milan and Netherlands attacker told reporters at the Laureus World Sports Awards.Gullit wasn't exaggerating either - at least, not about Vitinha being PSG's best player. He is the man that makes the treble-winners tick. And, clearly, the talent had always been there, even during his unsuccessful loan spell at Molineux.But how did Vitinha go from a Wolves reject to a PSG superstar in four years? GOAL charts the remarkable rise to prominence of one of the new members of our World-Class Club...
The Beginning at Wolves
Vitinha's journey to the top started with a failed loan spell at Wolves. Despite not making a significant impact at the English club, his potential was evident even then.
Turning Point at PSG
Fast forward to his time at Paris Saint-Germain, Vitinha's talent flourished under Luis Enrique's guidance. His play-making abilities in the midfield proved to be pivotal for the team's success, overshadowing even the star forwards.
Recognition and Transformation
Former footballing greats like Ruud Gullit have acknowledged Vitinha's transformation from rejection to recognition as PSG's key player. His journey serves as a testament to hard work, perseverance, and belief in one's abilities.
The World-Class Club
Vitinha's remarkable rise to prominence has earned him a spot in the exclusive World-Class Club, showcasing his evolution from an overlooked talent to a superstar midfielder at one of the world's top clubs.
