Former Barcelona supervisor, Xavi Hernandez has revealed that winger, Lamine Yamal should win the UEFA Champions League or the FIFA World Cup for him to win the Ballon d’Or within the close to future.
Xavi additionally insisted that the likes of Yamal, Vitinha, Mohamed Salah, Pedri and Raphinha additionally deserved to win the 2025 Ballon d’Or.
Recall that Yamal completed in second place within the 2025 Ballon d’Or rankings behind the winner, Ousmame Dembele.
Talking with Spanish outlet Marca (through Barca Common), Xavi additionally expressed confidence that Yamal will win the Ballon d’Or within the close to future.
“This time, the collective titles carried extra weight,” Xavi stated.
“For me, after all, he deserved it. Vitinha, Salah, Pedri, and Raphinha additionally deserved it.
“There are various who deserve it, however ultimately, the titles carry extra weight. Lamine will win it.
“I’m satisfied of that, however when his group wins the Champions League or the World Cup.”