In a surprising show of respect, Manchester United midfielder Casemiro has named Liverpool’s Mohamed Salah as his top choice for the Ballon d’Or, despite the intense rivalry between their clubs.
While Salah had a fantastic season, leading Liverpool to a league title with impressive goal contributions, he is not widely seen as a frontrunner for the award. Casemiro’s endorsement highlights Salah’s individual brilliance, even though players like Ousmane Dembele and Lamine Yamal are considered the main contenders.
🤔 A Surprising Endorsement
Speaking about his choice, Casemiro praised Salah for his significant impact on games. “He is the best player with his impact on the game. He scores so much and assists so much,” he explained. Casemiro believes Salah is the “most balanced player of the season,” an opinion that stands out, especially coming from a player at a rival team.
🏆 Salah’s Remarkable Performance
Salah was in top form last season, playing a key role in Liverpool’s historic 20th league title win. He recorded an incredible 56 goal contributions (goals and assists) in just 51 matches across all competitions. Even after nine years with the team, the Egyptian star continues to be a vital player, consistently delivering outstanding performances.
🏃 The Race for the Top Award
Despite his great season and Casemiro’s support, Salah is not a favorite to win the Ballon d’Or. Casemiro pointed out that Liverpool’s failure to win major European trophies like the Champions League, along with a slight dip in Salah’s form late in the season, might affect his chances. Currently, Salah is ranked fifth in the power rankings for the award, with other stars seen as more likely to win.
