Fabian Ruiz on the Ballon d'Or: "This year, I can dream"

Paris Saint-Germain and Spain midfielder Fabian Ruiz believes now is the time to dream of winning the Ballon d'Or. He secured major team honors this season, becoming a world champion with "La Roja" and winning the Champions League, Ligue 1, and the UEFA Super Cup with PSG.

“It’s every footballer’s dream to be individually recognized for all the hard work put in this season and previous ones,” Ruiz stated regarding the Ballon d'Or. “I’ve been fortunate enough to win many trophies, both team and individual, but why not dream of lifting this one this year? It would be wonderful. It would be an honor for me to lift the Ballon d'Or.”

“I don’t like being in the spotlight, but I think this year I can allow myself to be, after the season we had, the work we put in, and the trophies we won. At a team level, I’ve won everything. Individually, on the world stage, the only accolade I’m missing is the Ballon d'Or, to be recognized by everyone,” he added.