Ballon d'or: how much money will Ousmane Dembélé earn after his triumph? | OneFootball

Ousmane Dembélé

Named the 2025 Ballon d'Or winner, find out how much Ousmane Dembélé stands to earn with his trophy.

On Monday night, Ousmane Dembélé joined the elite circle of players honored with football's most prestigious individual award. Contrary to what many might think, this title does not come with any direct financial reward. In fact, the only material gain for the player in winning the Ballon d'Or is the trophy itself, which is valued at around 3,000 euros.

The Ballon d'Or, organized by France Football, is above all about symbolic and sporting recognition. No cheque is handed to the winner, a tradition that endures despite the commercialization of modern football.

A special bonus could, however, be included in the player's contract. It's common for top stars to negotiate bonuses tied to major individual achievements, such as winning the Ballon d'Or or finishing as top scorer. No official figure has been confirmed, but some observers estimate that such a bonus could reach several million euros, similar to the clause in Neymar's contract when he joined PSG (three million euros).

Beyond this potential reward, the Ballon d'Or also opens up new commercial opportunities for Dembélé. With his image now synonymous with individual excellence, he could attract sponsors and advertising partnerships that are far more lucrative than the trophy itself.