Could Ousmane Dembélé depart from Paris Saint-Germain as soon as next summer? Once an unthinkable notion, especially after the French international secured the Ballon d’Or, this possibility is now being seriously considered. Multiple factors are casting doubts over the forward’s future in the capital.

Concerns over form and fitness

At 28 years old, Ousmane Dembélé is past the stage of being a developing talent. There is a growing concern about his ability to regain his peak form. Has Dembélé truly reached a new level, or was his previous season merely an exceptional one-off performance? These questions loom large as his first half of the season has been plagued with injuries. According to analyst Walid Acherchour, Dembélé’s situation is problematic.

“His recent performances against Monaco and Tottenham have been worrying,” noted Acherchour, a commentator for After Foot. He expressed concerns about the challenges Dembélé faces following the intense media spotlight and physical demands that come with winning the Ballon d’Or. These pressures are particularly challenging for Dembélé, who had not been expected to achieve such individual accolades in recent years.

Possible future in Saudi Arabia

Acherchour elaborated on his concerns, stating, “In recent weeks, my doubts have intensified. I fear for his physical and mental state, which is crucial for returning to the level he achieved last year. Since the match against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium, we’ve not seen the same Ousmane Dembélé.” He believes that there is now a constant focus on managing and preventing further injuries, with Dembélé struggling to maintain consistency.

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The analyst even suggested a potential move, possibly to Saudi Arabia, in the near future. “I believe Ousmane Dembélé will head to Saudi Arabia, either after the World Cup or the following season. PSG needs to consider his future, especially if he cannot return to being the true Ousmane Dembélé,” Acherchour emphasized. He pointed out the necessity for both Dembélé and PSG to reflect on his status and achievements within the club.

The conversation around Dembélé’s future is far from over, and it continues to engage PSG’s passionate supporters.