Barcelona defender picks his Ballon d’Or favorite between Raphinha and Yamal – ‘Would give it to…’

Barcelona’s rising defensive expertise, Pau Cubarsi, has already demonstrated outstanding maturity—each on and off the pitch. 

This was evident as soon as once more when he discovered himself in a standard scenario for Barcelona gamers throughout interviews: having to decide on a teammate for the distinguished Ballon d’Or award.

With Lamine Yamal and Raphinha each in sturdy competition for the honour, and Pedri additionally having an opportunity, the younger centre-back was requested to make his choose. 

Cubarsi’s choose for Ballon d’Or

Regardless of sharing a detailed bond with Lamine Yamal, having grown up collectively in Barcelona’s academy and being a part of the identical era, Cubarsi didn’t let private relationships cloud his judgment. As an alternative, he took an trustworthy method.

When requested who he would give the Ballon d’Or to, Cubarsi didn’t hesitate in his response. Primarily based on the performances to date this season, he named Raphinha because the deserving candidate. 

Cubarsi would give the Ballon d’Or to Raphinha. (Photograph by David Ramos/Getty Pictures)

“Proper now, due to how the season goes, I’d give it to Raphinha,” he mentioned as quoted by SPORT.

When requested whether or not Yamal could be upset by this reply. Nonetheless, Cubarsi confidently acknowledged, “Lamine would additionally say Raphinha.”

Leaders inside the staff

Past particular person accolades, the younger defender additionally acknowledged Raphinha’s rising affect within the squad. 

When requested concerning the management inside the staff, he as soon as once more highlighted the Brazilian as a “chief of the dressing room”. He additionally added Ronald Araujo’s identify, recognising the Uruguayan’s sturdy presence inside the staff.

Cubarsi’s phrases replicate his considerate and measured method, showcasing the identical stage of intelligence that has made him one of the crucial thrilling defensive prospects at Barcelona. 

Whereas the talk over the Ballon d’Or will proceed, the defender’s trustworthy evaluation reinforces Raphinha’s essential function within the staff this season.