Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo is today expected to be named as one of the nominees for the Ballon d'Or today as a 30-man shortlist is announced.
After a year hiatus due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic across global domestic football, the world's most prestigious individual football award will make a return later this year.
This afternoon, 30 players will be shortlisted as nominees for the award - with the United returnee expected to once again be in the running for the top honour.
After a magnificent season for Juventus, followed by a hot start to life back in Manchester, Ronaldo is looking to again compete with long-time rival Lionel Messi.
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