Ballon d’Or 2016 nominations: Is this the best XI with Griezmann, Ronaldo and Messi?

Now the Ballon d'Or shortlist has been revealed, talkSPORT attempts to pick a starting line-up using the so-called best players in the world in 2016.

Three at the back is a bit of a necessity given only three central defenders are on the shortlist. After that, it's a case of all-out attack in this team.

Who would form your team? Leave your team in the comments below.

Scroll through the gallery to see the line-up.