The Ballon d'Or 2025: Top 10 Power Rankings July 2025:
The 2024-25 football season is virtually complete, with the highly anticipated FIFA Club World Cup final left as the last major influence on the Ballon d'Or votes! As of Friday, July 11, 2025, the race for football's most prestigious individual award is red-hot, showcasing both emerging talents and seasoned superstars.
The Ballon d'Or now considers the entire football season (August 2024 - July 2025), offering a comprehensive view of player performance. Here are the top contenders, leading the charge:
1. Ousmane Dembélé (Paris Saint-Germain / France).
Dembélé has enjoyed an incredible resurgence, becoming PSG's key player in their historic treble-winning season (Ligue 1, Coupe de France, UEFA Champions League). His electrifying performances, including 33 goals and 15 assists, have made him the clear favorite. He was named Ligue 1 Player of the Year and UEFA Champions League Player of the Season.
2. Lamine Yamal (Barcelona / Spain).
At just 17, Yamal has shattered expectations, playing with incredible maturity. He was pivotal to Barcelona's domestic treble (La Liga, Copa del Rey, Supercopa de España), tallying 18 goals and 25 assists. His dazzling skills and composure have sparked comparisons to Messi, making a strong case for a historic win.
3. Mohamed Salah (Liverpool / Egypt).
The "Egyptian King" continues to deliver at an elite level. Salah led Liverpool to a hard-fought Premier League title, securing both the Golden Boot and Playmaker awards with 29 goals and 18 assists. His consistent high-level output keeps him firmly in the top tier of contenders.
4. Raphinha (Barcelona / Brazil).
Raphinha has had a standout season for Barcelona, providing crucial contributions to their domestic treble. With 31 goals and 17 assists across all competitions, his explosive performances in key matches highlight his importance.
5. Vitinha (Paris Saint-Germain / Portugal).
Vitinha has emerged as a truly world-class midfielder, orchestrating PSG's treble triumph with his exceptional passing, vision, and tireless work rate. He also played a vital role in Portugal's UEFA Nations League victory.
6. Nuno Mendes (Paris Saint-Germain / Portugal).
A rare inclusion for a full-back, Mendes has been phenomenal. His blistering speed, defensive solidity, and significant attacking contributions (12 assists, 4 goals) for PSG's treble, coupled with a standout performance in Portugal's Nations League win, place him among the elite.
7. Kylian Mbappé (Real Madrid / France).
Despite a challenging transition to Real Madrid, Mbappé's individual brilliance remains undeniable. He scored 31 goals and provided 3 assists in 34 La Liga appearances, showcasing his elite goal-scoring ability, even without a major team trophy with his new club.
8. Achraf Hakimi (Paris Saint-Germain / Morocco).
Another key figure in PSG's success, Hakimi has excelled from right-back. Beyond his defensive duties, he contributed 9 goals and 14 assists across all competitions, including a crucial goal in the Champions League final, highlighting his immense attacking influence.
9. Harry Kane (Bayern Munich / England).
Kane continued his incredible goal-scoring form, leading the line for Bayern Munich. He netted 26 goals and 8 assists in 28 Bundesliga appearances, securing another Golden Boot and demonstrating consistent world-class striking ability.
10. Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid / England).
Bellingham's individual impact for Real Madrid was significant despite their quieter season. From midfield, he bagged 9 goals and 8 assists in 31 La Liga appearances, showcasing his exceptional all-around game and leadership qualities for his age.
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