Ousmane Dembélé, the 29-year-old France and Paris Saint-Germain forward (under contract until 2028), has taken his game to the next level in the capital. Given his abilities and the fact that his contract is gradually approaching its end, he is naturally attracting interest and speculation. RMC Sport reported on Wednesday that the most important aspect is already settled, with both sides keen to sign an extension; now, they simply need to agree on the details.
“The various parties must now find the best arrangement”
“There is no particular concern in Paris regarding the outcome of the negotiations. PSG and the player are aligned on the main point: continuing their journey together. Ousmane Dembélé has repeatedly stated his desire to stay in the capital, and he maintains the same stance in private.
The plan is to extend his contract by one or two additional years, which would push his new deal to 2029 or 2030. The parties involved now need to find the best arrangement and hope to reach a solution soon.”
None of this is particularly surprising, as this has been the trend for some time. The fact that Dembélé was rested—prior to the talk of an extension—fueled speculation among some, including sports media “pundits” like Daniel Riolo, who suggested an imminent departure. Yet, there is nothing extraordinary about it. It is not the first time since coach Luis Enrique’s arrival that one or more players have been given a rest, and it likely won’t be the last.
In any case, there is no reason to call the entire project into question. Dembélé remains a vital player, and he certainly hasn’t forgotten that PSG helped him shine. Now, discussions regarding the future must continue, and an agreement needs to be reached—barring any hitches over the final points, which remains a possibility. We are waiting for concrete results in order to gain certainty.
