Paris Saint-Germain’s sporting director Luis Campos has been vocal about his admiration for Ousmane Dembélé, but recent reports suggest AC Milan has entered the fray with an offer for the French winger. This development comes as Campos continues to advocate strongly for Dembélé’s Ballon d’Or credentials ahead of the 2025 ceremony.
According to Campos, Dembélé’s performance in the 2024-25 season makes him an unequivocal choice for football’s highest individual honor. The PSG sporting director stated unequivocally that if Dembélé doesn’t win the Ballon d’Or, it would reflect poorly on the voters’ competence.
“If Ousmane [Dembélé] doesn’t win the Ballon d’Or it’ll be because the people who voted don’t have the competence to vote for the Ballon d’Or,” Campos told RMC Sport, as reported by Mundo Deportivo. “The one who clearly deserves the Ballon is Ousmane Dembélé, there’s no discussion.”
Campos emphasized he was evaluating Dembélé’s actual 2024-25 season performance, not projecting future potential like that of Barcelona’s Lamine Yamal. The French winger’s contributions were instrumental in PSG’s historic season, where they secured four major trophies.
Dembélé’s statistical output for the 2024-25 campaign was impressive: 35 goals and 16 assists in 53 appearances across all competitions. His versatility allowed him to thrive in a more central role as a false nine within Luis Enrique’s tactical system, establishing himself as PSG’s talisman following Kylian Mbappé’s departure.
The PSG sporting director further argued that had Dembélé’s achievements come from a player of Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo’s stature, the Ballon d’Or discussion would be nonexistent. This perspective underscores Campos’ belief in the winger’s exceptional season.
Meanwhile, reports from Italian media indicate AC Milan has made a formal approach for Dembélé’s services. The Rossoneri, seeking to bolster their attacking options, view the French international as a prime target to enhance their frontline capabilities.
Milan’s interest in Dembélé aligns with their broader strategy to rebuild competitively in both Serie A and European competitions. The club has been active in the transfer market, seeking players who can immediately impact their attacking prowess.
But, PSG’s stance on retaining Dembélé appears firm, especially given Campos’ public endorsement of the player’s value. The sporting director’s comments suggest internal confidence in Dembélé’s continued importance to the project, regardless of external interest.
The potential transfer scenario raises questions about PSG’s squad planning for the upcoming season. With Dembélé’s contract situation and the club’s ambitions in mind, any departure would necessitate significant strategic adjustments.
For now, the focus remains on Dembélé’s current season performance and the impending Ballon d’Or decision. Campos’ advocacy continues to shape the narrative around the French winger’s candidacy for football’s most prestigious individual award.
The 2025 Ballon d’Or ceremony is scheduled for late September, with voters set to determine whether Dembélé’s exceptional 2024-25 season earns him recognition as the world’s best player.
As the transfer window progresses, the situation between PSG, AC Milan, and Dembélé will continue to develop. Fans and analysts alike will monitor whether the Rossoneri’s interest translates into a concrete bid or remains speculative interest.
Stay tuned to Archysport for the latest developments on this evolving story, including updates on Dembélé’s performance, transfer negotiations, and the Ballon d’Or race.
