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Ballon d’Or 2024: Full List of Nominees Unveiled
The prestigious Ballon d’Or awards, organized by France Football, have officially announced the nominees for the 2024 edition.
This year’s list features several of football’s top-performing talents, with expected contcuttingthe cut.
Among the standout names are Manchester City’s goal-scoring sensation, Erling Haaland, and Real Madrid’s rising star, Vinicius Jr.
Additionally, Jude Bellingham, who has been making waves at Real Madrid, and Kylian Mbappe, linked to both PSG and Real Madrid, also feature prominently.
Here’s the full list of some of the top nominees:
1. Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid) – The talented midfielder has dazzled since joining Real Madrid and is a key contender for the award.
2. Phil Foden (Manchester City) – Known for his exceptional creativity and technical skill, Foden continues to shine in City’s star-studded lineup.
3. Ruben Dias (Manchester City) – A rock in defence, Dias has been instrumental in Manchester City’s success in recent seasons.
4. Federico Valverde (Real Madrid) – Valverde’s versatility and consistent performances have solidified his place as one of the best midfielders in the world.
5. Emiliano Martinez (Aston Villa) – The Argentine goalkeeper has been a standout performer for club and country, contributing to Argentina’s World Cup triumph.
6. Erling Haaland (Manchester City) – After a record-breaking season, Haaland’s lethal goal-scoring ability makes him one of the top contenders for the award.
The full list includes many of football’s finest players, each deserving recognition for their outstanding achievements over the past year.
Fans around the globe eagerly await the winner of the prestigious title, which is set to be announced later this year.
Chelsea player Enzo Fernández is in discussions to join Manchester City. This information was revealed by Fabrizio Romano, who shared that the two clubs are discussing a potential deal.
He wrote: “Enzo Fernández has a verbal agreement with Manchester City on personal terms.
“Deal depends on club-to-club decision, as #MCFC have not sent an official bid yet, but contacts will take place soon; decision on price is up to Chelsea.
“Enzo could be out again this weekend.”
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca mentions his captains for the team. He mentions Rúben Dias and Erling Haaland.
He shared “We have experienced players. For sure, we have leaders. Now we need to wait four or five more days until the transfer window closes to see if we can add one or two more captains to Ruben [Dias] and Erling , who at the moment are the two captains.”
Maresca confirmed the pair as part of his leadership group ahead of the 2026/27 season, with two more captains expected to be selected after the transfer window closes.
Chelsea manager speaks on the team and shares thoughts on considering a change in goalkeepers, giving another goalkeeper, Mike Penders, a chance.
“Penders is part of the squad, so he has an opportunity. We will decide and then I am giving the team tomorrow to the players, so I prefer to respect that they know first.”
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