Hummels joins the criticism and describes Real Madrid’s attitude as “Trumpist”

The German defender of Roma Mats Hummels has joined the criticism against the real Madrid for his decision not to attend the 2024 Ballon d’Or Gala when he learned that Brazilian Vinícius Júnior would not win the award for best player in the world, comparing that attitude with none other than that of former US president Donald Trump.

«Using expressions like ‘lack of respect’ when not winning a vote has a certain ‘Trumpist’ air and, unfortunately, It is a lack of respect towards others. That’s the serious thing,” Hummels said in statements on his podcast.

The Ballon d’Or was received by the Spanish Rodri Hernández, from Manchester City, ahead of the Real Madrid player Vinícius Júnior, and that meant that no one represented Real Madrid at the gala. and Hummels He compared this reaction to Trump’s refusal to accept his defeat. in the 2020 presidential election against Joe Biden, arguing alleged fraud.

«There is no doubt that some Real Madrid player deserved it. But there are other incredible players who are just as good,” said the Roma defender, regretting Real Madrid’s decision not to honor other players present. «It is a shame not to honor them. There were teams that were much more affected in international football«he added.