Transfer news – Dembélé's PSG future decided by the Champions League?

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·13 avril 2026

Transfer news – Dembélé's PSG future decided by the Champions League?

Ousmane Dembélé, the 28-year-old forward for the French national team and Paris Saint-Germain (under contract until 2028), has reached another level in the capital. He is naturally attracting interest and rumors, given his qualities and the gradually approaching end of his contract. L’Equipe reported this Monday that the Champions League campaign could be an important factor in the decision. Without forgetting the financial aspect.

“All parties agree that now is not the right time.”

“Even today, PSG’s priority is to secure Senny Mayulu and Bradley Barcola (who are under contract until 2027 and 2028 respectively). For Dembélé, ‘it’s all about timing,’ they say at the club. All parties agree that now is not the right time. How far could Paris’ Champions League run influence the future of the French international? That is the whole issue. Despite regular talks in recent months, nothing should change before the end of the season. Several scenarios are emerging. An elimination in the quarterfinals or semifinals could fuel the idea of the end of a cycle and push PSG’s decision-makers to open a new chapter. His first half of the season, marked by numerous setbacks, kept some doubts alive. Although he has, since January, regained a level of output and influence more in line with his status, the financial factor remains a sticking point.

“England and Saudi Arabia appear to be possible destinations.”

If negotiations fail, England and Saudi Arabia appear to be possible destinations. In recent months, Dembélé has been the subject of approaches from Gulf clubs, without any of that leading to official offers.”

As usual, we remain cautious since this is only a rumor. Maybe the Champions League performances at the end of the season will matter, but we also hope for a broader view on both sides. The idea of an “end of a cycle” in the event of a semifinal elimination against Real Madrid or Bayern Munich sounds more like media thinking, with its love of drama, than actual club reasoning.

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However, a possible departure after arriving in 2023 is not impossible either. The financial aspect could matter, as could sporting considerations or the player’s desire to experience something else. That is also part of a career. We will wait before talking in certainties.

There have been many claims in this case, but nothing concrete at the moment. And there is still no urgency. In any case, the priority today is clearly sporting, and we would rather expect news at the end of the season.

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