PSG’s Dembélé Renewal in the Balance: Injuries, Finances, and One Last Dash

Renewal Talks and Injury Woes

A French press report on Wednesday spotlighted a brewing crisis for Ousmane Dembélé, Paris Saint-Germain’s star, connected to a renewal with Europe’s champions.

Paris aims to renew Dembélé’s contract, due to expire in summer 2028, to avoid wandering in the dark.

This year, Dembélé claimed two major trophies—the Ballon d’Or and The Best—after guiding the Parisians to a historic treble and claiming the Intercontinental Cup for good measure.

Injury Woes and Financial Tactics

Le Parisien reported that PSG’s hierarchy has already begun moving to finish a renewal swiftly, amid concerns over his injury history.

The club reportedly wants a lower base salary with bigger performance bonuses and rewards.

Officials argue the arrangement would protect PSG’s finances while still rewarding elite performances and qualification benchmarks for glory.

Le Parisien notes the decision could complicate talks if injuries persist, keeping him off the pitch for extended spells and diminishing the potential payoff from incentives tied to appearances through the season and beyond 2025.

Le Parisien also indicates the renewal talks could stall if injuries persist, depriving Dembélé of a generous payoff from incentives tied to appearances and performances, which complicates the club's financial planning for 2025 and beyond.

Note from the sniper: patience is key; PSG signs with sharp angles.

Injuries delay renewals, but the drama on the pitch keeps finding the target anyway.