Asked about the Ballon d'Or by the newspaper The ParisianMarquinhos remains cautious in his answers, but admiring to his teammates. “I have nine PSG players named, which makes the choice very complicated”explains the Brazilian captain first. According to him, each candidate brings something different to the team and their collective contribution makes the decision difficult. Marquinhos has been known for his collective sense since his arrival at PSG in 2013 from AS Roma, however he managed to release a name.
Indeed, Marquinhos does not fail to mention Ousmane Dembélé, whose talent and the impact on the ground. “If Ousmane wins the Ballon d'Or, it will be widely deserved”he assures. For the defender, rewarding a player in the Parisian workforce would also be recognition of the collective work of PSG, his coach Luis Enrique and all those who contributed to the European coronation of the club last May. As for the Ballon d'Or, answer in a few days: September 22.