Lazio winger Pedro Rodriguez has endorsed Barcelona midfielder Pedri as his favorite to win the prestigious 2025 Ballon d'Or award, snubbing other contenders including Lamine Yamal and Ousmane Dembele.
The former Chelsea star expressed unwavering support for his fellow Spaniard, stating he would give Pedri "the maximum score" in this year's voting for football's highest individual honor.
"Best in His Position Worldwide"
Speaking to El Día de Tenerife, Pedro made his preference clear: "Of course I'd give Pedri the maximum score. Then Lamine Yamal. And perhaps other candidates who are there are Dembélé or Raphinha, but I'd love for Pedri to win."
The Lazio winger added emphatically, "For me there is no doubt: he's the best in his position in the entire world."
Pedri has established himself as a serious contender following a remarkable 2024/25 season with Barcelona, where his performances have drawn widespread acclaim from football experts and former players alike.
Strong Competition for the Award
The race for the 2025 Ballon d'Or features several high-profile candidates. Besides Pedri, the list includes Barcelona teammates Lamine Yamal and Raphinha, as well as Ousmane Dembele and Liverpool's Mohamed Salah among others.
Pedro's endorsement adds to the growing support for Pedri, who has been praised for his technical abilities, vision, and impact on Barcelona's midfield throughout the season.
The 2025 Ballon d'Or ceremony is expected to be one of the most competitive in recent years, with several players making strong cases for the award based on their club and international performances.
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