Real Madrid legend Luis Figo have backed his compatriot to win the gong this season.
The former Real Madrid and Barcelona winger believes winning the Champions League and the Europe cup has made Ronaldo a firm favorite.
Christiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have been the worlds best players for the past eight years with the Real Madrid attacker winning the Ballon d'or three times to Lionel Messi five.
