Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembele has regained his top spot as the favourite to win the 2025 Ballon d'Or award in the latest ranking released.

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Ballon d'Or winner will be crowned in September. Players made their final efforts for the award at the FIFA Club World Cup.