Movistar has exclusively revealed the winner of this year's Ballon d'Or, which will be broadcast during the ceremony on October 28. The announcement has generated considerable excitement online, with speculation that a Real Madrid player could take the prize. Manchester City's Rodri is among the leading contenders, along with Vinicius Junior, Jude Bellingham, and Dani Carvajal.
According to Defensa Central, Vinicius Junior is considered the favorite following a stellar season, including a hat-trick against Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup final. Despite being sidelined for over two months, his form has remained impressive.
Although Real Madrid’s No. 7 hasn't reached his full potential yet, his recent performances have shown improvement, with goals and assists in crucial games. As he continues to play alongside Kylian Mbappé, their combined statistics are expected to increase, though Mbappé is still working on his accuracy.
The report noted that Rodri came in second place, narrowly ahead of Bellingham, which surprised Carlo Ancelotti, who expected Bellingham to rank higher based on his performances for both Real Madrid and the England national team. Dani Carvajal took fourth, followed by Mbappé, who hopes to claim the award next year.
As both players continue to focus on improving their fitness and performance, better results are anticipated in future matches. While Real Madrid’s No. 9 has made strides, his finishing still needs work, which could hinder his chances of winning. Nevertheless, they are both preparing to compete for the Ballon d'Or in 2025.