Ousmane Dembélé, a star player for Paris Saint-Germain (PSG), feels happy playing for his current team. He also remembers his time fondly at FC Barcelona, especially playing with the legendary Lionel Messi. Dembélé enjoys being in PSG under coach Luis Enrique but still respects the greatness of Messi and his former Barcelona team.
WHAT HAPPENED?
Before PSG’s important UEFA Champions League match against Aston Villa, Dembélé talked about his current form and best career moments. When asked if PSG is the best team he has played for, Dembélé, who is 27 years old, said he enjoys playing for the French champions but wouldn’t call it the best team. “I’ve played at amazing teams like Barça with Messi—who for me is the greatest player ever—but this PSG side is one I enjoy playing for the most,” he said.
Dembélé has been very important for PSG, especially in the Champions League. PSG leads 3-1 against Aston Villa and has played well under coach Luis Enrique. Dembélé is performing well, staying injury-free, and helping the team succeed.
THE BIGGER PICTURE
Since he moved from Barcelona to PSG in 2023, Dembele has become one of the team’s best players. He is playing better than expected this season, already scoring 32 goals in the current season. PSG is doing well in Ligue 1 and the Champions League, and Dembélé’s leadership has been key. He credits his success to lifestyle changes, improved fitness, and the team-first attitude encouraged by his coach.
Even though he is happy at PSG now, Dembélé still admires Messi and his Barcelona days. His time at Barça included difficult injuries but also great moments with world-class teammates. Dembélé says Messi’s influence on his career is unmatched.
WHAT’S NEXT?
PSG will play Aston Villa at Villa Park tonight, trying to reach the semifinals of the Champions League. They are leading by two goals from the first leg and need to keep attacking. Dembélé and his teammates like Desire Doue and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia want to win the Champions League for PSG.
In France, PSG has already won the Ligue 1 with 7 games left in the season. The team is playing well, giving Dembélé a chance to win more trophies and become even more important in PSG’s journey towards European success.
