Transfer news – Optimism over Dembélé despite PSG standstill

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·9 Mei 2026

Transfer news – Optimism over Dembélé despite PSG standstill

Ousmane Dembélé, the 28-year-old forward for the France 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 fact that the end of his contract is slowly approaching. L’Equipe reported this Saturday that the matter is well advanced, but also on hold, as is the case for Senny Mayulu (19-year-old midfielder), Bradley Barcola (23-year-old forward), and Lee Kang-In (25-year-old midfielder/forward).

“The decision-making trio in Paris has decided to stop all negotiations”

As in the previous two seasons, the decision-making trio in Paris has decided to stop all negotiations regarding player contract extensions as the key moments of the season approach. The objective is quite simple: postpone all discussions to avoid distracting the Parisians with matters unrelated to what happens on the pitch. Overall, the entourages of the Paris players have expressed no criticism of PSG’s timing for the negotiations. Some even see it as an advantage. A long Champions League run, and even more so a triumph, could put agents in a stronger position at the next meetings.

“All parties are now confident they will see the Ballon d’Or sign a long-term contract.”

The example of Ousmane Dembélé is perhaps the most telling. The figures mentioned around an extension at the start of the season and those put forward a few months later are no longer the same at all. Even before the temporary halt, the broad outlines of the Frenchman’s extension had already been drawn up. All parties are now confident they will see the Ballon d’Or sign a long-term contract.”

Several media outlets have already mentioned this pause in the negotiations, so one can hope it is not a coincidence. And it makes sense, since the whole club can then focus on a thrilling end to the season that could further cement its place in history. There is the Ligue 1 title to be secured, which should not be overlooked, as well as the Champions League final on May 30 against Arsenal, with the aim of winning a second straight crown.

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The negotiations can wait, even if the transfer window is coming very quickly. Especially since many players will then want to focus on the World Cup, such as Barcola, Lee, and Dembélé. That is the “risk” to take. One suspects that some groundwork has still been laid, both for possible extensions and for potential departures or signings.

Clearly, Dembélé seems to be leaning more toward the first option. We remain cautious: there is still nothing concrete, and we know that everything can move very quickly in football. The sports daily mentions, for example, figures that have changed significantly in this case. It is difficult to be certain.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇫🇷 here.