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Aaron Catterson-Reid

'It’s a joke' - Tottenham fans' unanimous Harry Kane Ballon d'Or ranking verdict

Tottenham fans were left bemused after Harry Kane finished 23rd in the 2021 Ballon d'Or ceremony on Monday night.

Kane enjoyed a stellar year in front of goal for club and country, providing the most goals and assists in the Premier League last season whilst netting four times during England's run to the final of Euro 2020 over the summer.

Despite his productivity, the 28-year-old was named behind the likes of Lautaro Martinez, Simon Kjaer and Bruno Fernandes - a controversial decision, according to most Spurs fans.

The Lillywhites faithful then took to social media to voice their frustrations with their star striker's placement, claiming that the England captain is vastly underrated. Here is what a select few said on Reddit.

kicksjoysharkness said: "Most goals and most assists in the toughest league. It’s a joke."

UrWrongIamright69 said: "Was a joke he didn’t win premier league player of the year! Most assists and goals as a striker, still fuming about it."

COYCOYS said: "Most disrespected player in the world. I don't care what anyone says, no shot should players like Bruno, Lautaro and Mahrez be higher than him on the rankings. Voting closed a while ago so this terrible form he's currently in holds no weight."

Lbmplays2 said: "Actually way too low, people are so quick to forget his amazing season last year along with crucial goals in the euros."

Spursfan-Coys said: "Disgraceful disgusting and shameful. Should be top 7 if not top 5. Top scorer and assister in best league in the world. Highest knockout stage scorer in euros. Made it to euro final. If Ronaldo had this year he would be second. Recency and reputation bias."

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