Generally regarded as the most prestigious individual award in football, the 24-year-old is one of three Lionesses vying for the honor.
The female list’s English representation is completed by Chelsea’s Lauren James and Lucy Bronze, while Hemp’s Manchester City teammates Yui Hasegawa and Khadija Shaw are also nominated.
It’s really unique, and I’m incredibly appreciative to be acknowledged by people not just in this league but also globally,” Hemp told Sport.
“It takes a lot for me to reflect on my progress. It’s a positive step because I’ve always wanted to get nominated and appear on lists like this.
The event is scheduled on Monday at 19:45 GMT at the Paris Theatre du Chatelet.
Barcelona captain Alexia Putellas has won the Ballon d’Or twice since Lyon forward Ada Hegerberg took home the first prize in 2018. Spain international Aitana Bonmati was crowned last year, and retired American forward Megan Rapinoe received recognition in 2019. In 2020, there was no prize because of it.
