The nominees for the 2017 Ballon d'Or have been revealed.
Cristiano Ronaldo is the big favourite to defend his crown - and match Lionel Messi's five trophies.
The pair are expected to lead the running in 2017, although the likes of Neymar will hope to have a say.
France Football revealed their 30 nominees on Monday with the ceremony held in London later this month.
Neymar, the world's most-expensive footballer was the first name announced, alongside Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante among others.
Here is a list of the contenders.
- Neymar (Paris Saint-Germain/Brazil)
- Luka Modric (Real Madrid/Croatia)
- Paulo Dybala (Juventus/Argentina)
- Marcelo (Real Madrid/Brazil)
- N'Golo Kante (Chelsea/France)
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