The fight for the Ballon d'Or 2025 promises to be particularly raised. Two names already seem to be clear: Ousmane Dembélé and Lamine Yamal. The first, sparkling with Paris Saint-Germain, is considered the big favorite to succeed Rodri, winner in 2024. The second, young of FC Barcelona, ​​conquered Europe by its precocity and its extraordinary talent.
Unless an unexpected reversal, the most prestigious individual distinction should therefore be played between these two, on September 22. The performances of Dembélé and Yamal during the past season, punctuated by major titles and impressive statistics, make them natural podium candidates.
Behind this duo, other pretenders hope to make a place for themselves in the hierarchy, notably Achraf Hakimi and Vitinha. But the competition seems tough as the gap seems marked. Some leading players, however authors of a solid 2024-2025 season, struggle to compete with the media and sports impact of Dembélé and Yamal.
” It's me “
Despite the insistence on these two players, others refuse to abandon their ambitions. This is the case of Lautaro Martinez. Unhappy finalist of the last Champions League with Inter Milan, the Argentinian striker engaged in an interview to be published this Saturday in France Football. Questioned as part of “60 seconds time”he surprised by his insurance. “The Ballon d'Or 2025?” It's me “launched the 28 -year -old international.
Despite this confidence declaration, difficult to imagine Lautaro Martinez to win the trophy. Inter Milan ended the season without a major title, losing the Italian championship and bowing heavily in the Champions League final against PSG (0-5). Their captain could however hope for an honorable place in the top 15, even the top 10, of the final classification.
