Ballon d’Or 2025 Nominations: Four Liverpool Icons in the Spotlight
In a monumental year for Liverpool Football Club, four of their standout performers — Mohamed Salah, Alexis Mac Allister, Virgil van Dijk, and Florian Wirtz — have been officially nominated for the 2025 Ballon d’Or, football’s most prestigious individual honour. Their inclusion is a reflection not only of their world-class abilities but also of Liverpool’s resurgence as a dominant force in both domestic and European football.
Mohamed Salah – The Everlasting King of Anfield
At 33 years old, Salah continues to redefine longevity at the elite level. In the 2024/25 season, the Egyptian talisman registered over 30 goal contributions across all competitions — a combination of goals, assists, and match-winning moments that powered Liverpool to Premier League glory and a deep Champions League run.
Salah’s big-game mentality, tireless work ethic, and ability to deliver when it matters most earned him Player of the Month awards, global headlines, and the unwavering admiration of fans. This Ballon d’Or nomination adds to his already glittering legacy — a true modern legend of the game.
Alexis Mac Allister – The Architect of the Midfield
Mac Allister’s second season at Liverpool was nothing short of world-class. Deployed in a deeper role under Arne Slot’s tactical system, he excelled as both a creative force and a midfield anchor. His control over tempo, pinpoint passing, intelligent positioning, and leadership in the middle of the park were crucial in Liverpool’s title challenge.
He was also a standout performer on the international stage, guiding Argentina to a Copa América final with commanding displays. With a pass accuracy consistently above 90% and countless key passes and assists, Mac Allister has evolved into one of the most complete midfielders in world football — and his Ballon d’Or nod confirms it.
Virgil van Dijk – The Wall That Won the League
The Liverpool captain silenced all doubts about his form with a towering, almost poetic return to top form. Van Dijk led the best defense in the Premier League, conceding the fewest goals and keeping the highest number of clean sheets in the 2024/25 campaign.
He not only defended, but also scored vital goals, organized the backline with unmatched authority, and mentored younger players around him. His performances in the Champions League knockouts, where he consistently shut down Europe’s elite attackers, were masterclasses in defensive excellence. This nomination is a tribute to a captain who led from the front — or more accurately, from the back.
Florian Wirtz – The Breakout Star of World Football
After a high-profile transfer from Bayer Leverkusen, Wirtz wasted no time in dazzling Anfield and the wider footballing world. Still only 22, he became a regular starter in an ultra-competitive Liverpool squad, delivering goals, assists, and moments of pure brilliance throughout the season.
He was instrumental in Liverpool’s Champions League campaign, where he delivered standout performances in the group stage and knockout rounds, including a sensational solo goal against Real Madrid. With unmatched composure, creative flair, and a footballing IQ far beyond his years, Wirtz’s nomination marks the rise of a generational talent.
Liverpool: A Club Reborn Under Arne Slot
With four Ballon d’Or nominees in one season, Liverpool’s transformation under new manager Arne Slot is impossible to ignore. The Reds not only clinched the Premier League title, but also reached the Champions League semi-finals, won the FA Cup, and played an attractive, tactically intelligent brand of football that captivated fans around the world.
These nominations aren’t just about individual brilliance — they represent the collective excellence of a team that has returned to the summit of world football.
A Powerful Message to the Footballing World
To have four players nominated for the Ballon d’Or is a feat matched only by the very best squads in history. It signifies Liverpool’s return to the very top, not just as a team, but as a club filled with individuals who are influencing the game at the highest level.
As the footballing world turns its attention to the 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony, one thing is clear: Liverpool are back — and they’re not just winning trophies. They’re shaping legacies.
