Barcelona manager Xavi has tried to convinceOusmane Dembeleto reconsider his imminent move to Paris Saint-Germain.
According toMundo Deportivo, Xavi is deeply disappointed with the French winger’s decision and has cautioned him about the potential consequences.
Dembele’s rєjєƈτion of Barcelona’s contract offer has set the stage for a potential transfer to the French giants, with his price tag hovering around €50 million.
The 26-year-old has already informed the Catalan club of his desire to activate the release clause in his contract before the deadline. He is keen on a return to France.
As theBarcelonasquad arrived in Las Vegas, there was a delay. It was partially attributed to an intense heart-to-heart conversation between Xavi and the unsettled Dembele at the Thompson Hotel.
Dembele’s departure from Spotify Camp Nou looms large. But Xavi made sure the former Borussia Dortmund attacker was well aware of the potential regrets that might follow, drawing a parallel to Neymar’s situation when he leftBarcelonaforPSGin 2017.
With the clock ticking down to a potential move, Dembele faces a tough decision. He may miss Barcelona’s upcoming friєɴԀly against AC Milan as he contemplates his future, wary of any ιɴjυɾу that could jeopardise the Ԁєɑł.
Dembele’s recent performance in El Clasico against Real Madrid, where he opened the scoring in Barcelona’s emphatic 3-0 win, highlighted his undeniable talent and value to the team.
Over six seasons at the club, he has contributed 40 goals and 43 assists in 185 games, showcasing his ability to make a significant impact even though injuries have blighted his time in Spain.
Xavi’s intervention may giveBarcelonafɑɴȿ hope that the French winger might yet choose to stay and continue making a mark in Blaugrana colours. However, the move looks like it is going thɾօυɢҺ.
Will Xavi’s plea be enough to keep the French sensation at the Nou Camp for the long term? It seems unlikely.
