PSG President Backs Ousmane Dembélé for Ballon d’Or: “If He Doesn’t Win, There’s a Problem”
Paris Saint-Germain president, Nasser Al-Khelaifi, has made a bold statement in support of Ousmane Dembélé, declaring that the French winger deserves to win the 2025 Ballon d’Or after a phenomenal season.
In an interview with DAZN, Al-Khelaifi passionately defended Dembélé’s case for the prestigious individual award, saying:
“Ousmane’s season is magnificent. There is no doubt that he won’t win the Ballon d’Or.
If he doesn’t win it, there is a problem with the Ballon d’Or. He has done everything.”
🌟 Dembélé’s Stellar Season: A Ballon d’Or-Worthy Campaign?
The 28-year-old former Barcelona star played a crucial role in PSG’s historic treble, lifting:
🏆 UEFA Champions League
🏆 Ligue 1
🏆 Coupe de France
His performances in Europe’s biggest matches were electrifying, providing assists, scoring vital goals, and leading PSG’s attacking charge after Kylian Mbappé’s departure.
Dembélé’s resurgence, after years of battling injuries and inconsistency, has been one of football’s most inspiring redemption stories.
👶 The Rising Challenge: Lamine Yamal in the Conversation
However, standing in Dembélé’s way is Barcelona prodigy Lamine Yamal, whose breakout performances in the Champions League and Euro 2024 have placed him firmly in the Ballon d’Or conversation — despite being just 17 years old.
If Yamal leads Spain to the Euro title and continues dazzling at club level, voters may be tempted to reward the future of football.
💬 Opinion: Does Dembélé Truly Deserve It?
There’s a valid case for Dembélé. His story is powerful — a player once written off as injury-prone has now matured into a match-winner on the biggest stages. He’s fast, unpredictable, and finally consistent.
But Al-Khelaifi’s statement also risks sounding too emotional — the Ballon d’Or is often more than just silverware. It considers global influence, leadership, consistency, and impact across club and country. Dembélé ticks many boxes — but is his individual brilliance enough to eclipse rising stars like Yamal or ever-consistent names like Bellingham, Haaland, or Vinícius Jr.?
If he wins, it’ll be deserved. If not, it won’t be a “problem” — just the nature of a deeply competitive footballing year.
📊 Ballon d’Or 2025 Contenders (So Far):
Player Highlights Ousmane Dembélé UCL winner, treble with PSG, consistent form Lamine Yamal Euro 2024 star, Barca standout Jude Bellingham UCL final goal, LaLiga champion with Real Madrid Vinícius Jr. Real Madrid talisman, top performer Erling Haaland Premier League Golden Boot contender
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💬 Do you agree with Al-Khelaifi? Has Dembélé done enough to earn the Ballon d’Or, or does someone else deserve it more? Let’s hear your take!
