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- Cole Palmer cut from 200/1 to 16/1 for Ballon d’Or after Club World Cup Final brace
- Ousmane Dembele still leads the market at 1/5 following a stellar campaign
- Vitinha and Lamine Yamal also remain serious contenders in the top five
Palmer Rockets Into Ballon d’Or 2025 Contention After Stunning Club World Cup Final Performance
Cole Palmer has made a dramatic move in the 2025 Ballon d'Or betting after netting twice in Chelsea’s shock 3-0 victory over PSG in the Club World Cup Final.
Having started the week as a 200/1 outsider with UK betting sites, Palmer’s odds have been slashed to 16/1, with his huge performance on the biggest stage of club football putting him firmly into the conversation for world football’s top individual honour.
Bet365's latest market now puts Palmer as the fourth favourite to win the prestigious award after he was given the best player trophy for his performances at the Club World Cup.
Despite Chelsea’s win, Ousmane Dembele remains the overwhelming favourite at 1/5.
The PSG winger was outstanding throughout the tournament, having been at the heart of their Champions League triumph earlier in the year.
| 2025 Ballon d'Or Winner | Odds | Probability |
|---|---|---|
| Ousmane Dembele | 1/5 | 83.3% |
| Lamine Yamal | 4/1 | 20.0% |
| Vitinha | 10/1 | 9.1% |
| Cole Palmer | 16/1 | 5.9% |
| Mo Salah | 25/1 | 3.8% |
What the expert says...
Vitinha and Yamal Still in the Mix
Vitinha, another PSG star, remains in contention at 10/1 after helping Portugal to Nations League glory in addition to his club form.
Meanwhile, 18-year-old Lamine Yamal continues to defy his age with standout displays for both Barcelona and Spain, holding steady as the 4/1 second favourite.
The market though suggests an 83.3% probability that Dembele is awarded with the Ballon d'Or later this year.
Where to Bet on the Ballon d’Or 2025
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