Romelu Lukaku : Belgium's relentless goalscorer
In 2021, Romelu Lukaku earned his one and only Ballon d'Or nomination, landing 12th in the world rankings after a season that saw him resurrect Inter Milan's title dreams before a high-profile return to Chelsea. It was a moment of recognition long in the making for a striker who had spent a decade defying doubters, rewriting goal records, and carrying the weight of Belgian football on his shoulders.