Speaking about the competition between Cristiano and Didier Drogba, Lampard said, "I think they are both well deserved if they win it. I think Ronaldo's ability on the ball is amazing and, the way he's played this season, he's been one of the best players in the Premier League and probably in the world. It's great to see a player with skills who can excite so much."
Wayne Rooney also believes that Ronaldo deserves to win the award, even if he couldn't vote for him. "I think Ronaldo will win it, but he could win both. He's been brilliant all season. I picked Drogba - only because we weren't allowed to pick any of our team-mates. But Drogba has been fantastic this season, as has Cesc Fabregas, who I voted for Young Player of the Year. I hope Ronaldo will win it. If he does, it will be fully deserved."