Ousmane Dembélé Tipped for Ballon d’Or Glory by Luis Enrique and Adrien Rabiot
In a significant endorsement, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) boss Luis Enrique and Marseille midfielder Adrien Rabiot have thrown their weight behind Ousmane Dembélé’s bid for the prestigious Ballon d’Or award. The youngster’s impressive performances this season have made him a strong contender for the coveted prize, and his supporters believe he has what it takes to claim the top honor.
Rabiot, a former Juventus player, spoke to the media on Monday, emphasizing Dembélé’s deservingness of the award. The midfielder highlighted Dembélé’s crucial role in PSG’s successful season, which included winning the Champions League and other notable trophies. "For me, Dembélé deserves the Ballon d’Or," Rabiot said via GFFN. Enrique, meanwhile, praised Dembélé’s exceptional performances, stating, "…I would give the Ballon d’Or to Ousmane Dembélé… He deserves the Ballon d’Or, without a doubt…" in an interview with beIN Sports.
Dembélé faces stiff competition from Mohamed Salah, Raphinha, and Lamine Yamal, all of whom had outstanding seasons and helped their teams win their respective league titles. However, Dembélé’s impressive haul of 21 goals and six assists in Ligue 1, combined with his eight goals and six assists in the Champions League, makes a strong case for his candidacy. Additionally, he won the Player of the Season award in the Champions League and scored crucial goals in the Coupe de France and Trophée des Champions.
With his impressive statistics and accolades, Dembélé has certainly made a compelling case for the Ballon d’Or. As the football community awaits the announcement of the award winner, Luis Enrique and Adrien Rabiot’s endorsements serve as a testament to Dembélé’s exceptional talent and dedication to the sport. Whether or not he ultimately claims the prize, Dembélé’s remarkable season has undoubtedly cemented his position as one of the world’s top players. As the football world watches with bated breath, one thing is certain – Ousmane Dembélé is a force to be reckoned with, and his future in the sport looks brighter than ever.
