Griezmann isn't world class, says Ribery

The Frenchman conceded that Griezmann did a "great job" last season, but says that the striker must prove himself over "10, 12 or 15 years" if he wants to be a "world class" player.

"Griezmann did a great job last season," Ribery told 'Sport Bild'.

"But you have to consistently show performances like that if you want to be world class. People are so quick to say someone is a fantastic player and deserves to win the Ballon d'Or after just one good year. I disagree with that.

"For me, you have to prove yourself over 10, 12 or 15 years if you want to be among the best. Do that and then I will congratulate you".

Ribery then suggested that he himself is world class, after playing at the top level for the past decade.

He added: "I might have been out for nine months or so due to injury, but I have almost always been playing at the highest level over the past 10 years or so".

Do you agree with Ribery? Or is Griezmann already world class?