Saudi interest builds around Dembele

January 29, 2026 Aksel Kryhlmand

Saudi pro league monitoring situation

According to Sky Sports, officials within the Saudi Pro League are laying early groundwork for a potential summer approach for Ousmane Dembele as part of the league’s continued push to attract high profile European players.

No formal bid has been made, but league level discussions are said to be focused on assessing feasibility, financial expectations, and timing ahead of the next transfer window. The interest reflects a longer term strategy rather than an immediate attempt to prise the player away from Paris.

Paris saint germain consider contract response

Paris Saint Germain are aware of the growing attention from Saudi Arabia and are prepared to respond proactively, Sky Sports reported.

The club is open to entering new contract talks with Dembele in an effort to reinforce his status within the squad and avoid uncertainty surrounding his future. PSG executives view contractual clarity as a key tool in limiting outside leverage from emerging markets such as the Saudi Pro League.

Performance weighed against reputation

Dembele has scored eight goals across all competitions this season for Paris Saint Germain, a return that has been solid but not exceptional by elite attacking standards.

Despite that, his standing as a former Ballon d’Or nominee and an established France international continues to carry significant weight internationally. For Saudi clubs seeking both competitive quality and global recognition, Dembele’s broader profile may be as influential as his recent numbers.

Strategic timing shapes the picture

With the summer window still months away, both sides appear to be positioning rather than accelerating. Saudi officials are evaluating options early, while Paris Saint Germain are looking to remove future uncertainty before it becomes a negotiating pressure point.

Sources, Sky Sports

Read also: Maurizio Sarri quits smoking