With the end of the national leagues in just one week and the European finals at the end of the month, the debate about the next Ballon d’Or begins to bloom again. Next, we show you the ranking of the 10 players with more options to win itAccording to the magazine GOAL. The candidates are listed according to their chances of obtaining the award.
The 10 candidates to win the Ballon d’Or
-one. Karim Benzema: Today, it would be surprising if Karim Benzema did not get his first Golden Ball. In fact, after several years of historic battles between Cristiano Ronaldo and Leo Messi, rarely has such unanimity been seen among football fans when it comes to an individual award. Champion of LaLiga Santander, finalist in the Champions League and adding 44 goals and 15 assists in 44 games. Karim Benzema’s numbers are record breaking.
-two. Mohammed Salah: The Egyptian attacker sparked controversy recently by proclaiming himself the best player in the world. The truth is that the player has several seasons at a splendid level and this campaign has not been an exception. Finalist of the Champions League and fighting for the Premier League until the last day, the sporting merits of the Liverpool will allow the network set, as well as the real Madridhave three players in this ranking.
-3. Sadio Mane: For many, the Senegalese player should be above Mohammed Salah in this ranking. Although Sadio Mane add fewer goals and assists than the Egyptian player, the attacker has captained the Senegalese national team to qualifying for the World Cup in Qatar, in addition to winning the Africa Cup. However, Mohamed Salah has more cartel.