In a viral video on Stade Rennais’ social media, players and coach Habib Beye expressed their support for Ousmané Dembélé for the Ballon d’Or 2025. Almost all Breton players, including Habib Beye, believe that Dembélé deserves to win this prestigious trophy, highlighting its significant progress in finishing, maturity and versatility. This video, broadcast a few days from the ceremony, should delight Dembélé, who is considered a key player for Stade Rennais and whose recent season has been particularly impressive.

At the same time, Paris Saint-Germain unveiled its composition as captain and vice-captain for the new season. Marquinhos retained his role as captain, with Ashraf Hakimi as vice captain. Vitinha was named third captain, and Ousmané Dembélé was in fourth place, reflecting his growing importance in the team. This decision, taken after a vote of the players initiated by Luis Enrique, reflects the recognition of Dembélé’s talent and its impact on the game of the PSG.

Finally, recent analyses have highlighted the talent of Nuno Mendes, the left side of the PSG, by experts such as Jean-Michel Larqué, who considers him one of the best laterals in the world. However, the PSG will have to face an important absence for the next Classic against OM, with João Neves injured and several other players, including Ousmané Dembélé, Désiré Doué and Lucas Beraldo, also package. This situation could impact the team’s strategy, especially since Dembélé, trained at Stade Rennais, could see his victory at Ballon d’Or highlight the Rennes Academy.

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