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Dembélé named Champions League Player of the Tournament following breakthrough season at PSG

Under Luis Enrique’s guidance, Dembélé has evolved into a relentless false nine whose work rate powered PSG to the Champions League title

Ousmane Dembélé y Luis Enrique, durante el entrenamiento del PSG previo a su partido contra el Arsenal.
Ousmane Dembele celebra la conquista de la Champions en Múnich con el PSG.
Dembélé. |  C. Neundorf
Dembele con la Champions

Overview

  • Dembélé was named the Champions League Player of the Tournament following PSG's 5-0 win over Inter Milan in the final.
  • He finished the season with 33 goals and 13 assists in 49 appearances, averaging nearly a goal involvement per match.
  • A tactical shift to a false nine role under Luis Enrique’s regime, including occasional disciplinary measures, boosted his pressing and defensive contributions.
  • He played a key role in three of PSG's five final goals by applying relentless pressure and providing two assists despite not scoring.
  • Exceptional fitness with just two absences has bolstered his case for the 2025 Ballon d'Or.