Following Paris Saint-Germain’s emphatic 5-0 triumph over Inter Milan to secure their maiden UEFA Champions League title, PSG manager Luis Enrique has thrown his full support behind Ousmane Dembele as a leading contender for the 2025 Ballon d’Or.
Dembele delivered a stellar season, registering 33 goals and 15 assists across 49 appearances. His dynamic performances were instrumental in PSG’s historic campaign, culminating in a commanding display in the Champions League final, where his tireless pressing and defensive work drew widespread praise.
Luis Enrique was unequivocal in his endorsement: “I would give the Ballon d’Or to Ousmane Dembele for the way he defended in this final. That’s what leading a team looks like. I truly believe he deserves it, not just for the goals or trophies, but for his relentless pressing. He’s done it all season, and even more so in this final.”
Dembele’s standout year has also earned him the Ligue 1 Player of the Season accolade and a share of the Golden Boot alongside Marseille forward Mason Greenwood. His decisive goals against elite opposition such as Liverpool and Arsenal, along with key assists in knockout stages, have helped dispel long-standing doubts about his fitness and consistency.
With both individual brilliance and team success to his name, Dembele’s case for the Ballon d’Or has never been stronger.
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