10 players who should've won the Ballon d'Or

#5 Manuel Neuer

Manuel Neuer has been an influential presence for Bayern Munich and Germany.

Manuel Neuer began his professional career at Schalke in the Bundesliga, before eventually moving to Bayern Munich in 2011 aged 25. The move cemented his place as one of the greatest goalkeepers of all time.

Duly called a 'sweeper-keeper' for his unique style in clearing off the line to apprehend advancing opponents, Neuer went on to achieve glory with both Bayern and Germany.

Neuer has won five Bundesliga titles as well as a treble in 2013, amongst other trophies. In 2014, he enjoyed a splendid FIFA World Cup campaign, keeping four clean sheets in seven games including the final, as Germany went on to lift the acclaimed trophy for the fourth time in their history.

In recognition of his performances at the World Cup, he was awarded the Golden Glove and has won the IFFHS World's Best Goalkeeper award for 4 consecutive years (2013-2016).

Following his World Cup heroics, Neuer made it to the Ballon d'Or final three-man shortlist in 2014, but unfortunately, finished third in the final standings - behind Cristiano Ronaldo (1st) and Lionel Messi (2nd).