Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior has undergone aesthetic surgery to his jaw, mouth, and chin in Goiânia, Brazil, following his early departure from the World Cup in North America. The procedure, described as a mentoplasty to harmonize his facial features, was performed in secret by plastic surgeon Alessandro Alarcão, who had travelled from Miami for the operation.
The surgery has drawn widespread attention after images of the player's altered appearance began circulating on social media. Alarcão briefly published photographs featuring Vinícius and Brazilian influencer Virginia Fonseca before removing them, while Fonseca separately shared an image with the footballer at the opening of her luxury gym, fuelling speculation about a personal reconciliation.
On the pitch, Vinícius faces a new chapter under manager José Mourinho, whom he will join at Valdebebas on 27 July. His tournament ended in disappointment after Brazil were eliminated in the round of 16 by Norway.