Saudi Pro League Sees Ousmane Dembélé as New Landmark Signing

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, | Updated: January 28, 2026

Ousmane Dembele with the Ballon d'Or trophy

Key Takeaways:

The Saudi Pro League has initiated contact with Ousmane Dembélé regarding a high-profile transfer, according to Sky Sports
Dembélé, last year’s Ballon d’Or winner and member of PSG’s treble-winning squad, currently has two and a half years remaining on his contract
PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi reiterated this week that any new deal for Dembélé must comply with the club’s strict wage structure

Saudi League Prepares for Next Wave of Star Signings

The hierarchy of Saudi Arabian football is plotting a fresh market move, as reported by Sky Sports, with efforts underway to secure a sensational acquisition – namely, Ousmane Dembélé, the reigning Ballon d’Or winner. After a notable period of investment that attracted world-class talents such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Sadio Mané, and Karim Benzema, several contracts involving these marquee names are nearing expiry at the conclusion of the current season.

In response, Saudi clubs and football officials have been orchestrating a new recruitment push. At the heart of this campaign stands their ambition to secure Dembélé – the highest-profile individual award recipient in football – as their flagship signing. The French international will reportedly be offered a lucrative financial package in a bid to install him as a global ambassador for Saudi football.

BREAKING: The Saudi Pro League is laying the groundwork for an ambitious summer move for Ballon d’Or winner Ousmane Dembele, Sky Sports News understands 🚨 pic.twitter.com/RyGtZbbUhe
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) January 27, 2026

Dembélé’s Current Focus and Contract Situation

According to Sky Sports, sources close to Dembélé state that his present concentration remains firmly with Paris Saint-Germain and his preparations for the upcoming World Cup in the USA, Mexico, and Canada, where he is set to represent France. Nonetheless, Dembélé is expected to be receptive to future discussions regarding new opportunities after this period.

The forward has two and a half years left on his contract with PSG. The Parisian club, meanwhile, is reportedly ready to initiate negotiations over an extension. However, club president Nasser Al-Khelaifi underscored to local media earlier this week, “The club’s policy is to have a salary cap for the players, as everyone knows. All must abide by it. The team and the club are more important than anyone else.”

Dembélé’s Achievements and Career Statistics

Awarded the Ballon d’Or last season following a remarkable campaign in which he powered PSG to a historic treble, including the club’s inaugural Champions League triumph, Dembélé has distinguished himself amongst Europe’s elite. Now 28, Dembélé’s goal tally stands at 49 from 115 matches.