Former Arsenal defender Bacary Sagna has named Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappe as the leading contender for the Ballon d’Or, insisting the French forward is already ahead of his peers. Speaking on Mbappe’s current form, Sagna said only an unlikely poor outing at the FIFA World Cup could derail his chances.
He noted that Mbappe’s impact at club and international levels has been outstanding, adding that his performances in the UEFA Champions League with Real Madrid further strengthen his case. According to Sagna, Mbappe’s consistency, goal output and influence in big matches place him in pole position for the prestigious award.
The former France international expressed confidence that Mbappe would also shine with the national team at the World Cup, dismissing fears of a drop in form. With 38 goals already this season and a strong Champions League showing, Mbappe Ballon d’Or hopes continue to gather momentum.
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