Neymar and Kylian Mbappé, two candidates for the Ballon d’Or in recent years, have left PSG. However, Paris Saint-Germain could see another player succeed Ballon d’Or winner Lionel Messi as he is under contract with the capital club. This could potentially be the case for Ousmane Dembélé, according to Ludovic Giuly, if he manages to become a regular goalscorer.
“For me, he is one of the best in his position in the world, according to football standards. So, he must believe in it,” said Xavi Hernandez in January 2023, paying tribute to Ousmane Dembélé. The former Barça coach was full of praise for his former striker who signed for PSG in the summer of 2023.
At Paris Saint-Germain, Ousmane Dembélé proved to FC Barcelona that he has undeniable qualities, as evidenced by his goals during the two-legged quarter-finals of the last edition of the Champions League. However, he is not yet a player in contention for the Ballon d’Or. But according to Ludovic Giuly, he is close. “Dembele? He’s a great player, we’re happy to have him in Ligue 1. He’s an incredible dribbler, he has great skill with both feet and he’s fast. »
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