Fabian dreams of Ballon d’Or glory

Fabian Ruiz has openly acknowledged his Ballon d’Or ambitions, admitting in an interview with Telefoot that lifting the trophy would be “a dream” and “an honour.” Few players have enjoyed a more impressive 2026: the Spanish midfielder won four trophies with PSG and capped his year by claiming the World Cup with Spain, placing himself among the leading contenders for football’s most prestigious individual award.

In a preview of the full interview, Fabian said he treasures team achievements but rarely receives individual recognition, making the possibility of winning the Ballon d’Or even more meaningful. He insisted there is nothing wrong with dreaming big after such a standout season.

His manager, Luis Enrique, has also endorsed his candidacy, stating Fabian deserves the accolade as much as Ousmane Dembélé. With PSG thriving and Spain’s triumph still fresh, the midfielder enters the final stretch of the race with momentum and genuine belief.