2026 Ballon d’Or: He’s a genius – Barcelona president, Laporta picks player to win

Barcelona President, Joan Laporta, has claimed that “genius” Lamine Yamal deserves to triumph the 2026 Ballon d’Or.

Laporta was speaking to reporters up of their archetypal Champions League fixture against Feyenoord.

Yamal was included successful the 30-man nominees’ shortlist, released by the Ballon d’Or organizers on Tuesday.

During the twelvemonth nether review, the teen won the LaLiga rubric with Barcelona and the World Cup with Spain.

“I would emotion for Lamine to triumph the Ballon d’Or,” Laporta said.

“I would besides beryllium delighted if immoderate subordinate from Barça wins it.

“Lamine is simply a precise mature guy. A genius. He is extraordinary.”

2026 Ballon d’Or: He’s a genius – Barcelona president, Laporta picks subordinate to win