Santiago Solari hailed the rapid rise of Vinicius Junior after the Brazilian displayed his vast potential in Real Madrid's 4-2 Copa del Rey quarter-final first-leg defeat of Girona.
Vinicius was involved in three of Madrid's goals as they came from behind to claim a two-goal cushion at the Santiago Bernabeu on Thursday.
The teenager's combination play with striker Karim Benzema impressed as Vinicius took his tally of assists in this season's Copa del Rey to five, with captain Sergio Ramos scoring twice.
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Injuries to attackers Marco Asensio and Gareth Bale have provided Vinicius with opportunities to shine and Solari has put his faith in the youngster ahead of Spain playmaker Isco, who was on the bench again.