The Bayern Munich star admitted his frustration
that his compatriot publicly stated he would vote
for Cristiano Ronaldo to win the prestigious award
Bayern Munich star Franck Ribery revealed he was
"disappointed" by Mamadou Sakho's declaration
that he would back Cristiano Ronaldo to be
crowned Ballon d'Or winner.
Ribery was instrumental in die Roten 's
unprecedented treble last season and recently
helped France to the 2014 World Cup by
impressing in a 3-2 aggregate play-off win against
Ukraine.
However, Ronaldo remains one of the firm
favourites after an incredible performance record
during 2013, with Liverpool defender Sakho citing
that as the decisive reason behind his vote.
"I would vote for Cristiano Ronaldo," the France
international told beIN Sport on Monday. "He is a
high-level player and athlete and the statistics of
the Portuguese are really impressive.
"It is obvious my heart would vote for Ribery, but
the numbers don't lie."
However, Ribery made clear he was not impressed
with his international colleague's remarks, telling
L'Equipe : "Sakho disappointed me.
"He disappointed me about what he said recently.
Anyway, that's how it is in football. He gave his
opinion. This is life. It's not a serious issue."
Ribery and Ronaldo are now considered front-
runners for the prestigious individual award given
Barcelona man Lionel Messi has been ruled out for
the rest of the year with injury.
Fifa had extended the voting deadline till Thursday
in order to allow more votes to be cast due to an
initial low number of replies from the nominated
coaches and players.
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