Scoring a hat-trick against Tottenham (5-3) this Wednesday in the Champions League, Vitinha, the 25-year-old Paris Saint-Germain midfielder, once again shone brightly for all of Europe. Speaking to L’Equipe, Sami Khedira, 38, former Real Madrid (2010-2015) and Juventus (2015-2020) midfielder with 77 caps for Germany, shared his thoughts on the Portuguese midfielder.
Khedira: “What I like most about him is the confidence he exudes as soon as he touches the ball.”
“In 2025, he reached a new level. He is now among the very best in his position.” He was fabulous throughout the knockout stages in 2024-2025 during Paris Saint-Germain’s Champions League victory, and he’s continuing this season as if there had never been a break.
What I love most about him is the confidence he exudes as soon as he touches the ball, his body language with his chest out, and his phenomenal vision. He manages to exploit all his qualities in almost every match. His precision and power on his shots are spectacular. In fact, it’s quite rare for his attempts to miss the target.
He’s the metronome of this Parisian team, the orchestrator of the game, and he’s a complete player. I can’t see a single flaw in him. Furthermore, he complements Joao Neves and Fabian Ruiz perfectly, and together they form a world-class midfield. In duels, he is incisive, never admits defeat, and exudes a love of battle and a willingness to fight to win back possession.
In recent seasons, Vitinha has established himself as the conductor of the Parisian midfield. His talent allows him to take control of the game and orchestrate play. He can slow the tempo, accelerate the attack, and escape intense pressure by breaking lines. Overall, he has become an indispensable player for this Parisian team.
For several months now, he has also been working on his finishing. Scoring a hat-trick against Tottenham, Vitinha showcased his full range of skills, making him a truly formidable player. His potential for further development is also significant given his age, which suggests he will reign as the maestro of the midfield for many years to come.
