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Pedri plays down Ballon d’Or talk, suggests Barcelona’s Raphinha or Lamine Yamal should win

Pedri’s sensational form has landed him praise from all corners. There are some who say he is the best midfielder in the world, and some who go a step further and say he should win the Ballon d’Or.

But the young FC Barcelona star played down such talk during a recent interview.

“The Ballon d’Or is something that’s a long way off for me. With a few exceptions like Rodri, it’s usually won by players who have good scoring stats. I prefer Lamine Yamal or Raphinha to win, as they have good stats and make a difference.