The football world is abuzz as anticipation builds for the announcement of the 2024 Ballon d’Or nominees, scheduled for Wednesday, September 4th, 2024.....CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL ARTICLE>>>

Lionel Messi, the current holder of the prestigious award and an eight-time winner, is reportedly set to miss out on a top-three finish this year.

This unexpected turn of events paves the way for a new name to be etched in football history at next month’s ceremony.

The full list of nominees will be unveiled today, with speculation rife that Real Madrid and Spanish players will feature prominently, thanks to their stellar performances over the past year.

Among the frontrunners for the award are Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr, who has made no secret of his desire to claim the Ballon d’Or, along with his teammates Rodri and Jude Bellingham.

Manchester City’s goal-scoring phenom, Erling Haaland, is also a strong contender, having consistently dazzled throughout the season.

Lionel Messi secured his eighth Ballon d’Or last year, but the 2023 nominee list could hint at who might make the shortlist again this year.

As the football world awaits the announcement, anticipation is building for a new name to rise to the top in what is shaping up to be an exciting race for the 2024 Ballon d’Or.

Lionel Messi

Erling Haaland

Kylian Mbappe

Kevin De Bruyne

Rodri

Vinicius Jnr

Julian Alvarez

Victor Osimhen

Bernardo Silva

Luka Modric

Mohamed Salah.

Robert Lewandowski

Yassine Bounou

Ilkay Gundogan

Emi Martinez

Karim Benzema

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia

Jude Bellingham

Harry Kane

Lautaro Martinez

Antoine Griezmann

Kim Min-Jae

Andre Onana

Bukayo Saka

Josko Gvardiol

Jamal Musiala

Nicolo Barella

Martin Odegaard

Randal Kolo Muani

Ruben Dia….CLICK HERE TO READ MORE ARTICLE>>>

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