Al-Khelaïfi speaks openly about the Ballon d’Or and the Champions League! | OneFootball

Nasser Al-Khelaïfi, president of Paris Saint-Germain, was in the mixed zone on Thursday night after the draw for the 2025-2026 Champions League group stage. He spoke of an exciting journey ahead, allaying some people's concerns. There was also a mention of the possible 2025 Ballon d'Or for Ousmane Dembélé (28-year-old Parisian striker).

Al-Khelaïfi "I hope everyone will give their honest opinion."

Do you like Lamine Yamal?

I really like Dembélé.

Is he a favorite for the Ballon d'Or?

Yes, definitely. He's an extraordinary player, who really works for the team. He's an incredible person too. You all know that. I hope everyone will give their honest opinion.

Al-Khelaïfi "It's normal for it to be difficult."

This is the Champions League, it's the best club competition in the world. The best clubs play here. It's normal for it to be difficult.

Is PSG still as determined?

We've forgotten about last season. Today, we're thinking about this season, match after match. We're working. We don't want to think about last season. We have ambition, that's for sure. But we know that the Champions League is difficult. Everyone wants to beat the champion, it's normal. We go match by match, we stay calm. We're working.

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