When it comes to soccer, players rarely miss the chance to play alongside renowned figures. Ousmane Dembele was no exception and was attracted to Barcelona by the charisma of players like Messi, Neymar, and Andres Iniesta, who shaped the club’s identity. Unfortunately, the French winger recently revealed that his time at Barca was extremely difficult.
Last summer, Dembele made a significant career move from Barcelona to Paris Saint-Germain (PSG). Since this transition, he has become an important part of Luis Enrique’s team and has thrived in the vibrant atmosphere of France’s capital city. However, his Barcelona career went downhill!
In a recent interview with the newspaper ‘Le Parisien’, Ousmane Dembele shared his experiences at both clubs. Reflecting on his struggles in Spain, the 26-year-old admitted, “I went through a lot at Barcelona. I faced some very tough times.” He further added, “But as time went on, things improved… It’s the natural progression of a young professional who has made many changes.”
Despite facing challenges at Barcelona, joining the club fulfilled his lifelong dream. He confessed, “It was Lionel Messi, Pep Guardiola, and Andres Iniesta who made me fall in love with Barcelona. When I signed for the club, I achieved a dream.” Unfortunately, his time with Blaugrana was mostly overshadowed by injuries and disappointing performances.
Currently, Ousmane Dembele is thriving in his new partnership with Neymar at Paris Saint-Germain. Like many others, the 25-year-old was enticed by the opportunity to play alongside Lionel Messi and still longs for the Argentine maestro’s presence in their attacking lineup. Notably, his current teammate also acknowledged Messi’s stature.
In a recent discussion, Kylian Mbappe reflected on his connection with Lionel Messi. He expressed his longing to play with Messi and highlighted the benefits of their previous partnership. “You always miss playing with Messi,” he said. “As a striker who likes to exploit space, playing with him gives you the certainty that you will receive the ball. It was a privilege that only he could offer,” he joyfully declared.
Expanding on this topic, the renowned striker described his interactions with the 36-year-old as ‘special’. Undoubtedly, instances like these demonstrate the profound influence that Lionel Messi has in the world of soccer.
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According to the Source essentiallysports.com