Ousmane Dembélé, the 28-year-old French national team and Paris Saint-Germain striker (contract until 2028), has reached another level in the capital. His talent and the approaching end of his contract have naturally attracted interest and rumors. Sky Sports now reports that Saudi Arabia is planning a major coup, as a contract extension with PSG is under discussion but not yet finalized.
“A significant package is being prepared”
A significant package is being prepared to try and lure the France international to Saudi after this summer’s World Cup, in what is expected to be a busy summer of player trading in the Middle East.
Sky Sports News has sought reaction from the entourage of Dembele and they insist he will not have his head turned this season; he is fully focussed on PSG and trying to win the Champions League and French title again, and then he will concentrate fully on the World Cup for France.
But after that, Dembele’s future and the possibility of a seismic transfer to Saudi Arabia – in the prime of his career – could then be firmly on the agenda.
But after that, Dembélé’s future and the possibility of a high-profile move to Saudi Arabia—while he’s at the peak of his form—could well become a priority.
With two-and-a-half years left on his current contract, PSG are ready to begin talks with Dembele over a new deal, Sky Sports News understands, however president Nasser Al Khelaifi has warned this week that every player must fit into the club’s wage structure.
“it would be the biggest deal for Saudi Arabia since they signed Cristiano Ronaldo.”
“If this happens, it would be the biggest deal for Saudi Arabia since they signed Cristiano Ronaldo.
“The Saudi Pro League clubs are anticipating a big summer transfer window and one of the players they are looking to sign is Ousmane Dembele.
Caution is advised; it’s just a rumor, and Saudi Arabia’s interest has become a common occurrence for a key player from a major club. The financial resources of clubs in this league make it always “plausible,” especially given the number of big-money signings in recent years. However, many rumors remain unconfirmed.
This could be the case for Dembélé, although a transfer isn’t entirely out of the question. But it’s still a long way off. An extension remains entirely possible, even though PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaïfi recently emphasized the salary cap. The rumor could also be a tactic employed by the player’s entourage to exert some pressure.
It’s all part of the media frenzy and negotiations; it’s difficult to see the big picture from the outside. We’ll wait for confirmation, while trusting PSG to have a solid plan for the future. If Dembélé were to leave, a top-level replacement would undoubtedly arrive.
