Brazilian World Cup winner Marcus Cafu believes that Raphinha is now the best performing player in the world.
On Saturday the Brazilan midfielder helped his parent club Barcelona to secure maximum points against Celta Vigo after 4-3 win.
After helping his side Raphinha captured the attention of his fellow country men Cafu who labeled him(Raphinha) as player who should have won prestigious award ‘Ballon d’Or’.
Cafu said “Raphinha has deserved the Ballon d’Or for a long time. This year even more so, because of all the numbers and everything he has done in the championship, not only in LaLiga, but also in the Champions League.”
The way Barcelona is performing currently, Brazil legend believes the Spanish side stand a good chance of winning UEFA Champions League.
Cafu’s dream is to see the current Real Madrid coach being given opportunity to manage his nation team.
He described the qualities Carlos Ancelotti would bring into the Brazilan set up and how he can change the fortunes.
Cafu said “I had the opportunity to work with Ancelotti at Milan for five years, so I know very well what he is capable of in the Brazilian national team shirt.
“Of course, any great coach would like to see him join the national team. It would be great to see Ancelotti, if the CBF decides so, in charge of the Brazilian national team.”
Cafu revealed that they(Legends) will support the decision that will be took by the Federation of Brazilian Football and he hopes they make decision as early as possible.
He said “We have to wait for our leaders to decide who will be the coach of the Brazilian national team. I hope they decide as soon as possible.”
BY LUCKY SEANEGO
