PSG Star Ousmane Dembélé Emerges as Leading Ballon d’Or Contender After Historic Treble
- Victor Nwoko
- Sep 7
- 1 min read
Ousmane Dembélé is in strong contention for the 2025 Ballon d’Or following a sensational 2024-25 campaign with Paris Saint-Germain, where he played a pivotal role in securing a historic treble.
The French winger delivered one of the best seasons of his career, scoring 35 goals and providing 16 assists across 53 appearances. His creativity and attacking threat were instrumental in PSG’s dominance in Ligue 1, their domestic cup triumph, and their Champions League victory.
Barcelona’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal has also entered the Ballon d’Or debate after an outstanding season of his own. The 17-year-old notched 18 goals and 25 assists in 55 matches, helping Barcelona lift the La Liga title, Copa del Rey, and Supercopa de España. His rapid rise and decisive performances have made him one of the frontrunners for the prestigious award.
The race between Dembélé and Yamal has sparked widespread debate across European football. Weighing in on the discussion, Real Madrid star Kylian Mbappé backed his former PSG teammate to win the honor.
“Ousmane Dembélé deserves the Ballon d’Or,” Mbappé said. “I have always supported him and if it was up to me, I would like to present it to him.”
While some players and fans argue Yamal or other candidates may be more deserving, Dembélé’s record-breaking year and central role in PSG’s treble-winning campaign have put him in pole position. If he secures the award, it would mark the crowning achievement of an exceptional 2025 for the French international.
Comments