Renowned Coach Picks Hakimi as Top Contender for 2025 Ballon d’Or

Paris, July 2025 – As anticipation builds for the prestigious Ballon d’Or announcement this September, football fans worldwide are debating who will clinch the title of the world’s best player in 2025. Among the leading contenders, Ousmane Dembélé stands out, having enjoyed a stellar season with the globe’s top team. Yet, the race is far from decided, with both Lamine Yamal and a key Paris Saint-Germain player gaining attention.

Key contenders for the Ballon d’Or 2025

• Ousmane Dembélé: Widely regarded as a front-runner, Dembélé’s exceptional performances this season have made him a favorite among fans and pundits alike.
• Lamine Yamal: This rising star has also garnered significant support, thanks to his impressive skills and potential.

• Achraf Hakimi: Known for his relentless energy and consistency, Hakimi is another strong candidate, praised for his outstanding contributions.

Hakimi: The unexpected favorite

Paris Saint-Germain’s Achraf Hakimi has emerged as a serious contender for the Ballon d’Or. His former coach, Hervé Renard, passionately advocates for the Moroccan international, claiming Hakimi is currently the world’s top player.

Renard’s endorsement of Hakimi

“His growth has been phenomenal,” Renard enthused in an interview with a sports outlet. “From Dortmund to Inter Milan and now Paris-Saint-Germain, he’s consistently joined elite clubs, underscoring his immense talent.“

Why Hakimi deserves the Ballon d’Or

Renard further elaborated, “He’s among the world’s best today. For me, Hakimi is this season’s Ballon d’Or winner, given his exceptional, reliable, and decisive performances. At just 26, his career achievements are far from complete,” Renard concluded.