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Drogba: True leader Ronaldo deserves Ballon d'Or

The 31-year-old was key for Real Madrid and Portugal as they both tasted European success this year and the ex-Chelsea man feels he should be named the world's best player

Didier Drogba believes that Cristiano Ronaldo deserves to win a fourth Ballon d'Or this year due to the success that he has enjoyed with Real Madrid and Portugal.

The 31-year-old ended an impressive campaign with a Champions League crown with Madrid before going on to win Euro 2016 with the national team - the country's first-ever major international title.

The forward is the favorite to be crowned the player of the year for 2016 as a result of his fine performances, with even Barcelona star Neymar admitting that he is the likely winner.