Fabián Ruiz: I hope to get as close as possible to lifting the Ballon d'Or this year

The Ballon d'Or announcement is getting closer and closer. This year is different from usual, as it is unclear who will ultimately lift the trophy. Players such as Yamal, Harry Kane, Dembélé, Rodri and Kvaratskhelia are all considered among the favorites.

Besides these players, Fabián Ruiz is also among the leading contenders. The player from Los Palacios and Villafranca has been a key figure for Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain and World Cup winners Spain, starting both finals in those competitions. Although injuries reduced his role at the club compared with the 2024/25 season, his impressive record of winning major titles still makes him one of the strong contenders for the Ballon d'Or.

The Spanish midfielder was interviewed by the French program Téléfoot. The full content will not be released until 10:50 this Sunday, but the program has already released a preview clip, with the question focusing on his prospects of competing for the Ballon d'Or.

The Paris Saint-Germain player knows he has a chance to win the award, and he did not hide his desire to repeat what his teammate Dembélé achieved last year: “Being recognized by everyone for your efforts in a season is the dream of any player. Honestly, I am fortunate to have won many collective honors, but not many individual ones. I hope this year I can dream of getting as close as possible to lifting this trophy, because it would be wonderful. If I can win the Ballon d'Or, it would be an honor for me.”