The list of 30 players nominated for the 2025 Ballon d'Or, to be awarded on September 22, has been revealed. Among the candidates for the individual award are nine Paris Saint-Germain stars and several players expected to leave during this summer transfer window.

Désiré Doué (France, PSG)

Nominated for the Ballon d'Or for the first time, the Paris Saint-Germain prodigy has no chance of leaving the capital even if he receives a substantial offer. Desiré Doué , coveted by Real Madrid and Bayern Munich, is valued at €90 million by Transfermarkt and €125 million by the Football Observatory. His contract runs until June 2029.

Désiré Doué is delighted after a PSG goal. Photo credit: IconSport

Denzel Dumfries (Netherlands, Inter Milan)

The Dutch right-back is linked with a move away from Inter Milan every transfer window . Under contract until June 2028, Denzel Dumfries has attracted interest from FC Barcelona and Manchester City. The problem for his suitors is that his release clause, which was reduced to €25 million, has been ineffective since July 31.

Gianluigi Donnarumma (Italy, PSG)

Talks between the Italian goalkeeper and Paris Saint-Germain for an extension have not been successful. The Parisians will recruit Lille's Lucas Chevalier while Gianluigi Donnarumma , free in twelve months and valued at €40 million, is of interest to Chelsea, Manchester United and Manchester City. PSG does not intend to sell him for less than €30 million.

Robert Lewandowski (Poland, FC Barcelona)

The experienced and always competitive Polish striker is on the radar of several Saudi clubs. While FC Barcelona is not ruling out the sale of former Bavarian Robert Lewandowski ,   (2026, €12 million) is happy in Catalonia and does not want to leave the Blaugrana during the summer transfer window.

Robert Lewandowski celebrating a goal wearing the FC Barcelona jersey. Photo credit: IconSport

Alexis Mac Allister (Argentina, Liverpool)

The Argentine midfielder is under contract with Liverpool until June 2028. His current market value of €100 million is enough to put off his suitors, led by Real Madrid. The Merengues have considered Alexis Mac Allister to strengthen their midfield, but no formal offer has been sent to the Reds.

Alexis Mac Allister, Liverpool's number 10 since 2023. Photo credit: IconSport

Fabian Ruiz (Spain, PSG)

The Parisian midfielder will remain at the helm next season. PSG has no intention of parting ways with Fabian Ruiz , who is under contract until June 2027 and has a market value of €40 million. The Spanish international is being targeted by Manchester United and Saudi Arabia's Al-Nassr, with no chance of success.

Vinicius Junior (Brazil, Real Madrid)

Under contract until June 2027, Vinicius Junior   will only extend his contract if he becomes the highest-paid player in Real Madrid 's squad . Linked to a market value of €170 million, the Brazilian striker is no longer in Saudi Arabia's plans and has not received any concrete offers, explains Foot Mercato .

Vinicius Jr has been wearing the Real Madrid jersey since 2018. Photo credit: Icon Sport.

Vitinha (Portugal, PSG)

A key player in PSG's midfield, the Portuguese midfielder will not be leaving. The Parisian club have set his price at €130 million, a move designed to put off his suitors, including Real Madrid, for good. Under contract until June 2029, Vitinha currently has a market value of €80 million.

Vitinha has been playing for Paris Saint-Germain since 2022. Photo credit: IconSport