Brazilian soccer player Vinícius Júnior has undergone a chin harmonization surgery, a procedure that utilizes fillers to sculpt the facial contour. The Real Madrid forward, who was a prominent figure for Brazil during the recent World Cup, has reportedly had the procedure performed by dermatologist Dr. Alessandro Alarcão at a clinic in Goiânia, Brazil.
Photos circulating online since the surgery have led some observers to note a significant change in his appearance, with comparisons made to his look during the World Cup campaign. One image, shared by his ex-girlfriend Virginia Fonseca on Instagram, shows Júnior posing with her at her new gym. Another post from an Instagram user, @danilosanfoneirooficial, features a side profile of Júnior as he signs a Real Madrid jersey, highlighting the altered facial definition.
The surgery was reportedly aimed at adding more definition to his chin, an area that had drawn scrutiny during the World Cup. While the exact timeline for when the procedure was decided upon or performed is not specified, it has occurred in the period following Brazil's departure from the tournament. Reports suggest Júnior appears confident with his new look.