Top 10 future Ballon d’Or candidates after the Messi-Ronaldo era

FIFA Ballon d'Or ceremony in Zurich : News Photo
The competition for the Ballon d’Or could be very interesting

#9 Kevin de Bruyne (25 – Manchester City, Belgium)

De Bruyne’s rise to prominence in the last few years has been majestic

Another one who was given away by an elite club for well below his value and is back with their fierce rivals to make them rue the decision. It is hard to believe that Jose Mourinho was unable to see the incredible talent and abilities of Kevin De Bruyne. It seems so palpable today.

The £55 million that Manchester City paid Wolfsburg seems to be a bargain now, given the player’s ability to turn a match on its head. His technical ability, pace, passing range and shooting prowess make him a complete attacking midfielder.

Given that he is playing under Pep Guardiola now, there is every chance that he’ll improve even further. That’s indeed a scary prospect for defenders around the world. On the national front too, De Bruyne will be challenging for titles in the coming years with a supremely talented Belgian side.

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