Brazil legend Cafu has named Mohamed Salah as the only player who can challenge Barcelona star Raphinha for the Ballon d’Or this season. He believes that the Liverpool forward has done well this season and the two are clear of everyone else.
Speaking to the media, Cafu stated that Raphinha should be the leading contender for the Ballon d’Or as he has already broken Lionel Messi’s record. He added that the Barcelona star needs to replicate the same form for the national team and said (via GOAL):
Raphinha has helped Barcelona reach the UEFA Champions League semifinals while also leading the table in LaLiga. Mohamed Salah has helped Liverpool win the Premier League, but they have failed to win any of the cup competitions.
Rio Ferdinand was speaking on his podcast earlier this month and claimed that Lamine Yamal should win the Ballon d’Or if he helps Barcelona win the UEFA Champions League this season. He added that the youngster has done a lot more than just goals and assists and said:
Yamal has scored six goals and assisted 12 times in LaLiga this season. He has another five goals and three assists in 12 UEFA Champions League matches.
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