Jude Bellingham Names Vinicius Jr As the ‘Best in the World’ As Ballon d’Or Race Hots Up

• Jude Bellingham has snubbed himself and named his teammate as the best in the world
• The ex-Borussia Dortmund midfielder has been among the standout players this season
• The Real Madrid star is one of the strongest contenders for this year's Ballon d'Or award

Real Madrid hotshot Jude Bellingham has named the player he believes is 'the best in the world' right.

The Englishman's assertion comes at a time when the race for this year's Ballon d'Or award is heating up, with a host of players gunning for the prize after an impressive year.

Bellingham himself is a strong contender for the award following a dream start to life at Santiago Bernabeu.

The England international has been impressive since he sealed a dream move to Real Madrid last summer from Borussia Dortmund.

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According to WhoScored, a stats site, the 20-year-old has scored 22 goals and bagged a further nine assists across competitions for the Spanish giants.

Eighteen of those goals have come in La Liga, with the haul helping Los Blancos lift the Spanish top-flight title this season.

Bellingham names the best player in the world

While many regard the former Dortmund star as the best in the world, the midfielder believes that crown belongs to Vinicius Jr.

Bellingham made the declaration during Real's La Liga trophy parade.

"Thank you for your support and your affection this season. One more big game at Wembley, and we're going to win. Come on Madrid!" He said via ESPN, per Sportskeeda.

“Vinicius is the best in the world," he added.

Bellingham's declaration comes at a time when Vini has laid a strong claim on the Ballon d'Or award.

The Brazilian ace has played a key part in Real's successful La Liga and Champions League campaigns.