They steal the Ballon d'Or from Vinicius Jr. and they will give it to the one who will cause the most surprise

In a surprising turn of events, the Real Madrid delegation, including star players Vinicius Jr. and Jude Bellingham, has canceled their trip to the Ballon d'Or ceremony in Paris. The abrupt decision comes amidst growing speculation that neither of the Real Madrid players will be taking home the prestigious individual award.

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While the official announcement of the Ballon d'Or winner is scheduled for 4 PM on Monday, sources within the Spanish press suggest that the outcome of the voting has already been leaked. With both Vinicius Jr. and Bellingham considered strong contenders for the award, their absence from the ceremony is highly significant.

Mystery surrounds Ballon d'Or as Vinicius Jr. and Bellingham skip ceremony

It is widely believed that the Manchester City midfielder Rodri is now the frontrunner to win the Ballon d'Or, following his club's Premier League and Champions League triumphs. His impressive performances in both domestic and international competitions have solidified his position as one of the best midfielders in the world.

The decision by Real Madrid to cancel their trip has sent shockwaves through the football world, with fans and pundits alike speculating on the reasons behind the sudden change of plans. While the club has yet to officially comment on the matter, it is clear that the Ballon d'Or outcome has caused significant disappointment within the Real Madrid camp.

The absence of Vinicius Jr. and Jude Bellingham from the ceremony will undoubtedly be a major talking point in the days to come. As the football community awaits the official announcement of the winner, it is clear that the Ballon d'Or has once again sparked controversy and debate.