Fabian Ruiz, a 30-year-old Spanish midfielder currently playing for Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), has publicly expressed his desire to win the prestigious Ballon d'Or award. This follows a successful season in which he contributed to both the club’s and Spain’s success, winning multiple major trophies. In an interview with the French television program Téléfoot on September 6, Ruiz said, “Why not dream of the Ballon d'Or?” He noted that while he has won several team awards, including four with PSG and the World Cup with Spain this summer, he now feels ready to be recognized individually. Ruiz has extended his contract with PSG until 2028, with an option to extend it further. He credits much of his recent progress to coach Luis Enrique, under whom he has grown both personally and professionally. Ruiz also mentioned that he is now more comfortable in the public eye, having previously avoided the spotlight. Despite missing a portion of last season due to a knee injury, he played a key role in PSG’s success, helping the team win the Intercontinental Cup, Ligue 1, the Champions League, and the Europa League. The Ballon d'Or, awarded annually to the world’s best player, is a highly sought-after honor. Ruiz believes he is now at the peak of his career and is the only major individual award he has yet to win. His coach, Luis Enrique, has publicly supported his ambitions, suggesting that a PSG player should win the award soon. He specifically mentioned Ruiz and Ousmane Dembélé, who won the Ballon d'Or last year, as potential candidates. The upcoming Ballon d'Or ceremony, scheduled for October 26 in London, will determine whether Ruiz can follow in Dembélé’s footsteps and claim the honor. With his recent achievements and strong performances, Ruiz is now in the conversation for one of football’s most coveted awards.