The Real Madrid star claims the title for the fifth time in his career, equalling the Barcelona man’s record.
Messi took second in Thursday’s award reveal, organised by France Football, while his former team-mate at Barcelona took third.
Gianluigi Buffon and Luka Modric complete the top five after another fine year for Juventus and Real Madrid respectively.
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