Paris Saint-Germain’s star forward, Ousmane Dembele, has been crowned Ligue 1 Player of the Year at the UNFP Trophies Gala, marking a standout season for the French international.
Dembele’s exceptional performances helped guide PSG to their 13th French league title, as well as a spot in the Champions League final, as the club continues its pursuit of a treble this season.
The 26-year-old, who joined PSG from Barcelona last summer, has been a revelation in his first season in Paris. With 21 goals in Ligue 1, Dembele leads the league’s scoring chart and has netted 33 goals across all competitions, including eight in European matches.
His versatility and pace on the wing have been key components of PSG’s attacking play, making him a standout in an otherwise competitive season for the Parisians.
Dembele succeeds Kylian Mbappé, who had dominated the Player of the Year award for five consecutive seasons before his move to Real Madrid at the end of the previous campaign. His achievement further cements his status as one of the brightest stars in European football.
In addition to Dembele’s individual success, PSG head coach Luis Enrique was awarded Coach of the Year, having overseen a highly successful campaign that has seen the Parisians claim the Ligue 1 title and reach the Champions League final.
The Spanish tactician’s tactical acumen and ability to blend youthful energy with experience have been crucial in PSG’s impressive run this season.
Meanwhile, the prize for Best Young Player in Ligue 1 went to Desire Doue, the talented midfielder who has impressed with his performances for Rennes.
At just 19 years old, Doue’s dynamic presence in the midfield and technical skill have made him one of the league’s most exciting young talents.
Despite PSG’s dominance, Lille’s goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier denied a clean sweep for the Parisian giants, taking home the Best Goalkeeper award.
Chevalier has been instrumental in Lille’s solid defensive performances this season, and his standout displays between the posts saw him edge out PSG’s Gianluigi Donnarumma for the prestigious honor.
With their 11th Ligue 1 title in 13 years already secured, PSG now turn their attention to completing a historic treble. The French champions will face Inter Milan in the Champions League final on May 31, followed by a showdown with Reims in the French Cup final a week earlier.
With Dembele in sensational form and Luis Enrique guiding the team, PSG will be eager to add these two prestigious trophies to their collection and cap off a remarkable season.
As the club continues to chase its elusive European glory, Dembele’s individual award only adds to the sense of optimism surrounding the French giants, who are aiming to assert their dominance both domestically and on the continental stage.
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