Former France international Christophe Dugarry has launched a scathing attack on Rayan Cherki, questioning the immense hype surrounding the Manchester City playmaker. Despite his recent €36.5 million move to England and an impressive debut season across all competitions, the 1998 World Cup winner believes the 22-year-old is far from being the finished article for the national side.
Paris Saint-Germain superstar Ousmane Dembele has reflected on his meteoric rise to the top of the footballing world, branding his current form as the pinnacle of his professional journey. The winger, recently crowned the 2025 Ballon d'Or winner, believes he has reached a new level of maturity both on and off the pitch.
Liverpool forward Hugo Ekitike has hailed his first season in England as a "pivotal year" following a standout performance in France’s 2-1 friendly win over Brazil. The 23-year-old, who moved to Anfield from Eintracht Frankfurt last summer, is rapidly cementing his place in Didier Deschamps' plans. As the 2026 World Cup approaches, Ekitike is relishing the freedom of playing alongside world-class talents in the French attack.
Ousmane Dembele played down speculation over his future at Paris Saint‑Germain after his agent was reportedly seen with a Manchester City director. The 28-year-old said contract decisions are not in his hands and insisted he remains focused on performing on the pitch despite uncertainty surrounding his deal running until 2028.
Speculation has mounted over Ousmane Dembele’s future after his agent met Manchester City, but transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has moved to clarify the truth. While the Ballon d'Or winner attracts Premier League interest, Romano reveals no talks are underway, leaving fans to wonder if the star stays as the cornerstone of Luis Enrique’s Paris Saint-Germain project.
Paris Saint-Germain are set to wrap up a raft of key contract extensions, including head coach Luis Enrique, to end exit rumours. The move aims to solidify the club’s long-term project following their historic European success, ensuring that the core of the squad and leadership remains intact as they continue to build a new era in Paris.
Paris Saint-Germain have secured a monumental fitness boost at the most pivotal juncture of their campaign. Ousmane Dembele, the reigning Ballon d'Or holder, has reportedly returned to first-team training and is expected to be included in the matchday squad for the Ligue 1 clash against Monaco tomorrow night. The Frenchman’s availability also comes as a major boost for Luis Enrique ahead of the team's Champions League round of 16 tie against Chelsea.
Paris Saint-Germain have been handed a timely boost as Ousmane Dembele has returned to first-team training following a calf injury. The French international has been sidelined since February 17, when he was forced off in the 27th minute during the Champions League play-off first leg against Monaco at the Stade Louis-II. Despite his early withdrawal, the Parisians secured a 3-2 victory on the night and eventually progressed 5-4 on aggregate.
Lionesses captain Leah Williamson is one of four footballers to be nominated for accolades at the prestigious 2026 Laureus World Sports Awards, with her England team also shortlisted after winning the 2025 European Championships. Lamine Yamal was the only footballer to win an award at last year's ceremony, with Real Madrid also scooping up a team prize, but the chances of more recognition are greater this year, with significantly more nominees from the world of football.
Paris Saint-Germain head coach Luis Enrique has confirmed he will manage Ousmane Dembele’s fitness with extreme caution following a recent knock. The Spaniard expressed his growing frustration with a relentless injury crisis that has limited his ability to rotate the squad during a tense Ligue 1 title race.
Paris Saint-Germain star Ousmane Dembele suffered yet another injury setback on Tuesday in the Champions League. The Ballon d'Or winner lasted just 27 minutes of PSG's Champions League knockout stage play-off clash against Monaco before having to be replaced. Desire Doue took over from Dembele and scored twice in a 3-2 first-leg win for Luis Enrique's side at the Stade Louis II.
Luis Enrique stood up for Paris Saint-Germain star Ousmane Dembele and claimed the Frenchman's scathing comments were merely "the result of anger" after his side lost 3-1 at Rennes in Ligue 1 on Friday to forfeit top spot to Lens. Ballon d'Or winner Dembele claimed his team-mates were thinking of themselves above the team after the defeat, but Enrique emphasised these comments mean nothing and should be moved on from.
We still have a title race in England! Manchester City's hopes of winning the Premier League looked to be over after they fell behind to another stunning free-kick from Dominik Szoboszlai at Anfield on Sunday, but Pep Guardiola's men produce a sensational fightback to defeat Liverpool 2-1 and close the game to leaders Arsenal to just six points.
Ousmane Dembele sent an ominous warning to Paris Saint-Germain's domestic and European rivals after scoring another Puskas Award contender against Marseille on Sunday night. The 2025 Ballon d'Or winner hit a brace as PSG romped to a 5-0 victory in Le Classique, which saw them return to the top of Ligue 1 ahead of Lens.
Paris Saint-Germain superstar Ousmane Dembele has reportedly emerged as a shock target for the Saudi Pro League ahead of the summer transfer window. The Ballon d'Or winner is being eyed for a move in what is being tipped to be the Saudi competition's "biggest deal since Cristiano Ronaldo". Dembele's current PSG contract expires in 2028 and senior Saudi Pro League figures are now preparing a lucrative package to tempt him to the Middle East.
While goals were hard to come by in the Premier League over the weekend, there were still plenty of intriguing narratives that emerged in England's top-flight, while elsewhere around Europe there was plenty of entertainment to be had ahead of the return of the Champions League this midweek.
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