The latest rankings released by Score90 place the Barcelona prodigy at the very top — ahead of established stars like Mohamed Salah, Pedri, Raphinha, and Ousmane Dembélé.
His rise has been nothing short of spectacular, and with Barcelona recently securing their 28th La Liga title, Yamal's stock continues to soar. The title-clinching moment came in a thrilling derby against Espanyol, where Yamal curled in a sensational goal from the edge of the box, finding the top-left corner with precision and power.
The goal not only sealed the match but confirmed Barcelona as league champions, holding a seven-point lead over rivals Real Madrid with two matches to spare, per The BBC. Fermin Lopez added another in stoppage time, assisted by Yamal, underlining the teen's growing influence on the pitch. Lamine Yamal taking over European football In Score90's May 2025 Ballon d'Or power ranking, Yamal leads a Barcelona-dominated list — a testament to both his individual brilliance and the club’s resurgence this season.
His impact stretches beyond La Liga, with standout performances in European competitions making him a serious candidate for world football’s top honour.
Spanish outlet Diario Sport suggests that despite his youth, Yamal’s flair, maturity, and key contributions in big games could earn him a significant share of votes. If he wins, he would make history as the youngest Ballon d'Or winner ever, signaling the arrival of a new generation ready to take over from legends of the past.
“Lamine Deserves the Ballon d'Or,” Says Jorge Mendes Super-agent Jorge Mendes, who previously managed Cristiano Ronaldo, has thrown his full support behind Yamal. In an interview with Fabrizio Romano, Mendes said: “Lamine deserves to win the Ballon d'Or. He has been the best player in the world this season. That is very clear.” Mendes believes Yamal’s consistency, vision, and match-winning performances make him the standout contender for football’s most prestigious individual award.
