Vitinha's Stance: "I Will Vote for a Parisian" on the Next Ballon d'Or Winner

When asked about the potential winner of the 2026 Ballon d'Or, Vitinha made it clear that he hopes one of his teammates will triumph in October. Whether it's Dembélé, Kvara, or Fabián Ruiz, the Portuguese international assures that he "will vote for a Parisian."

Vitinha is eager to see a Paris Saint-Germain player once again crowned at the Ballon d’Or ceremony. Speaking alongside Marquinhos at a pre-match press conference for the Supercup against Aston Villa, the Portuguese international was direct about his preference for the next Ballon d'Or laureate: it must be a Parisian.

"There are many players this year who could win the Ballon d'Or. For me, it would only be right if it were a Parisian," the midfielder suggested, before naming some of his teammates.

Could Ousmane Dembélé Secure a Double?

"Kvara had an excellent season, especially in the Champions League," Vitinha began. This season, the Georgian found the back of the net ten times in sixteen European encounters.

"Ousmane (Dembélé) had another great season, and Fabian (Ruiz) has won everything. These three would be my choices," he continued, referring to the Spaniard who added the World Cup trophy to his already impressive collection this summer. "There are other good players: Kane, Mbappé… I hope I'm not forgetting anyone. But I will vote for a Parisian to win the Ballon d’or," the PSG midfielder ultimately decided.

Patience will be required to discover Ousmane Dembélé's successor, as the Ballon d'Or ceremony is scheduled for October 26th in London, marking the first time the event, usually held in Paris, will take place elsewhere.

English Translation:

When asked about the potential winner of the 2026 Ballon d'Or, Vitinha expressed his strong desire to see one of his teammates triumph in October. Whether it's Dembélé, Kvara, or Fabián Ruiz, the Portuguese international assures that he "will vote for a Parisian."

Vitinha wants to see a PSG player win the Ballon d’Or award once again. Appearing alongside Marquinhos at a pre-match press conference for the Supercup against Aston Villa, the Portuguese international was clear about his choice for the future Ballon d’Or winner: it must be a Parisian.

"There are many players this year who could win the Ballon d’or. For me, it would only be fair if it were a Parisian," the midfielder suggested, before naming some of his teammates.

Towards a Double for Ousmane Dembélé?

"Kvara had an excellent season, especially in the Champions League," Vitinha started. This season, the Georgian scored ten goals in sixteen European matches.

"Ousmane (Dembélé) had another great season, and Fabian (Ruiz) has won everything. These three would be my choice," he continued, referring to the Spaniard who added the World Cup trophy to his already full cabinet this summer. "There are other good players: Kane, Mbappé… I hope I'm not forgetting anyone. But I will vote for a Parisian to win the Ballon d’or," the PSG midfielder ultimately concluded.

It will be necessary to be patient to discover Ousmane Dembélé's successor, as the Ballon d’Or ceremony will not take place until October 26th in London, for the first time in the event's history, which is usually organized in Paris.