Neymar’s successor. In 2017, FC Barcelona sought out Ousmane Dembélé from Borussia Dortmund following the departure of Neymar Jr to Paris Saint-Germain. Six years later, the Frenchman took over the number 10 from the Brazilian, who left for Al-Hilal. To afford Dembouz, the capital club paid the amount of its release clause, i.e. 50 million euros. A low sum considering the potential and qualities of the former Rennais.
Dembélé, who joined his friends Kylian Mbappé and Randal Kolo Muani in Paris, therefore made his big return to France this summer. So far, he has played 13 matches in all competitions, including 10 as a starter. As for his stats, we could have expected better. He delivered three assists. On the other hand, he has not yet found the net.
Dembélé talks about his famine
A shortage that lasts and is worrying. Moreover, there have been numerous criticisms from certain supporters or media, who expect him to bring his very high level experience and his qualities. Aware of this, Dembouz, who believes he had his best match against Olympique de Marseille and who thinks it is possible to play with 4 offensive players in front, responded to his detractors during an interview with our colleagues from (L’Equipe)(https://www.lequipe.fr/Football/Article/Ousmane-dembele-psg-il-nya-pas-que-les-buts-qui-comptent/1430182 this Monday.
He started by judging his debut. “Means. I have to give a little more. I know it will come, because it’s a new club. The more matches go by, the better I will be.” Then, he talked about his offensive drought. “Yes, but I don’t judge my performances on a goal scored. You can score a goal and be bad in the match. You can not score and be very good. But, in 2023, it’s the statistics that count.”
The Frenchman wants to rectify the situation
Relaunched on the subject, he spoke of his difficulties regarding finishing. “I think I’ll progress in this sector, but it doesn’t bother me. I sleep very well at night, I always have confidence in myself. Even if I miss something, I’ll try it again. Like I said, it’s not just the goal that matters. But I will work on it. I am often told that I use force when I am in front of goal. I think it’s because I have less lucidity because I start from far away when I try to eliminate one or two players.
The 2018 world champion then explained that he does not take the lead and that he wants to be dangerous, whether by making assists or scoring goals. Dembélé also clarified that he works a lot in front of goal, where he sometimes uses too much force. Aware of his shortcomings or shortcomings, the Frenchman therefore intends to rectify the situation. Tuesday evening in Milan would be a great opportunity to start a great series.
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