Real Madrid and Portugal legend Luis Figo believes that the club’s captain Sergio Ramos should win the Ballon d’Or at some point of his career. One of the best defenders in the world, Sergio Ramos has been nominated for the Ballon d’Or 6 times. The best he finished was 6th in 2017.
Speaking to Marca, former Ballon d’Or winner Figo said, “It’s clear that Sergio Ramos deserves to win the Ballon d’Or. Being a defender is almost like being a goalkeeper, it’s a lot more difficult to win the award but (Fabio) Cannavaro managed it (when Italy won the World Cup in 2006). It depends on the moment, on the year, but for quality alone it’s obvious that Ramos should win it.”
It’s been 13 years since a defender last won the Ballon d’Or. However, if there is any defender in the world who can break the deadlock, it is Sergio Ramos. Ramos has been one of the world’s finest in his position for a very long time and has what it takes to win the coveted prize. Only time will tell whether the Spaniard will lift the Ballon d’Or before he retires.
