Iniesta: 'It's fair that Ronaldo has 5 Ballon d'Or'

Ronaldo has been controversially awarded five Ballons d'Or, equalling Lionel Messi's record. But Barca captain Andres Iniesta has no interest in reconsidering.

"The vote to decide the winner is always fair. Although I don't know the details of how the winner is chosen, for me, it's fair that Ronaldo has five Ballons d'Or," Iniesta shared on December 13.

Iniesta has won one World Cup, two Euros, eight La Ligas and four Champions Leagues in his career. Photo: Reuters

Real are currently pursuing Neymar, who once shone at Barca and is now playing for PSG. This is what worries Iniesta.

"If Neymar joins Real, I will be sad. He is a player who can decide the match. His coming to Real is equivalent to strengthening our opponents," Iniesta assessed.

Defender Javier Mascherano wants to leave Barca soon. The reason is because the Argentine star needs more playing opportunities to protect his place at next year's World Cup.

Meanwhile, Iniesta hopes Mascherano will stay: "Javier is a very important player. Both sides are working to achieve a result that does not cause damage to the club."

According to VnExpress