Athletic Club legend slams Real Madrid megastar over ‘lack of ambition’

Vinicius Jr . has been told he needs to rediscover the hunger that made him one of Real Madrid 's most feared attackers, with Athletic Bilbao legend Julen Guerrero questioning the Brazilian's current level.

The Brazilian winger has endured an uneven start to the 2026/27 season, with his influence noticeably below the level he produced at his peak.

Guerrero believes the issue is not just his missed chances or inconsistent numbers, arguing that something has changed in Vinicius' approach.

"Vinicius doesn't seem to have the same ambition and desire as before, the drive to attack, to take on defenders, to do all the things he does so well.

"He seems more complacent and is making a lot of mistakes. He needs to rediscover the joy of wanting to be number 1, as he has wanted to be for so long.