Lamine Yamal is making a serious push for the 2025 Ballon d’Or, rising above both Kylian Mbappé and Vinicius Jr. in the latest rankings.
The young Barcelona star has impressed fans and pundits alike with his performances this season, and with Real Madrid crashing out in the Champions League quarter-finals, Yamal’s path to the top has become a little clearer.
Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo reports that only Ousmane Dembele currently ranks above Yamal. Still, the competition remains tough, with Raphinha leading the overall list ahead of a strong group of contenders including Mohamed Salah, Robert Lewandowski, Pedri, Lautaro Martinez, and the aforementioned Mbappé and Vinicius.
However, the final decision could rest on how Barcelona finish the season. Their ongoing fights for La Liga and Champions League glory will heavily influence individual chances. A strong end to the campaign might boost Lamine Yamal’s status even more and turn what once seemed like a long shot into a golden reality.
