Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney believes that Manchester City talisman Erling Haaland must win the Ballon d'Or this year thanks to his impressive performances.
Haaland has adapted to the Premier League better than anyone expected him to after joining from Borussia Dortmund last summer.
Since then, the Norwegian has scored 48 goals in 42 appearances. His latest came at the home of his old foe Bayern Munich on Wednesday night as City drew 1-1 on the night to progress 4-1 on aggregate.
With his goalscoring prowess currently unmatched in world football, Rooney believes that the 22-year-old should win the Ballon d'Or this year. ALSO READ: City player ratings vs Sheffield United Discussing City's main man, Rooney wrote in his Times column: "Erling Haaland is the best footballer in the world right now.