What Real Madrid Superstar Must Win to Become Ballon d’Or Favorite Over Kylian Mbappé

Originally posted on PSG Talk | Last updated 4/20/24

Kylian Mbappé has the opportunity to win his first Ballon d’Or this year, and the Frenchman has the chance to win several trophies to strengthen his candidacy. However, one report notes that the 25-year-old isn’t the favorite.

Mbappé has the chance to win a treble this season with Paris Saint-Germain leading Ligue 1, will face Olympique Lyonnais in the Coupe de France final, and is in the UEFA Champions League semifinal.

Additionally, the PSG star and the French national team are among the favorites to win UEFA Euro 2024. The 2018 FIFA World Cup winner may also participate in and win a gold medal at the 2024 Summer Olympics.

Nonetheless, The Independent reports that if Real Madrid complete the double, Jude Bellingham will be the heavy favorite to become the 2nd youngest Ballon d’Or winner.

If Real Madrid complete the double, Jude Bellingham would be the heavy favourite to become the 2nd youngest Ballon d’Or winner. @Independent pic.twitter.com/gUa1Fc87Ej

— Madrid Xtra (@MadridXtra) April 19, 2024

Even if Bellingham wins the double, it will be interesting to see how the situation plays out of Mbappé wins everything domestically while also winning the Euros and a gold medal. Should this happen, would the Real Madrid standout still be the favorite?

This article first appeared on PSG Talk and was syndicated with permission.

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