Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti has said that Karim Benzema is undoubtedly the frontrunner in the race for the 2022 Ballon d'Or.

Following the side's 2-0 victory in the UEFA Super Cup where Benzema bagged a goal himself, Ancelotti made his views clear when asked about the 2022 Ballon d'Or.

Benzema has hit scintillating form under the Italian manager and is regarded by many to be the deserving winner of football's premier individual award.

Benzema has been with Los Blancos since 2009, enjoying great success with the club. He has won four La Liga titles and a mammoth five UEFA Champions League during his time at the club.

The 34-year-old has made over 600 club appearances, scoring 321 goals and providing 159 assists over the years. He had a particularly outstanding season last time out, scoring an unbelievable 44 goals in 46 appearances across competitions. He also provided 15 assists in the process, forming a lethal attacking partnership with Brazilian Vinicius Jr.

The centre-forward is in the best form of his life and will be looking to add more accolades to his kitty in the coming years.