Ousmane Dembele discusses Barcelona career and Messi's influence
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 7:40 AM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026
Ousmane Dembele reflected on his time at Barcelona, emphasizing Lionel Messi's significant impact on his development. After joining the club in 2017 for €105 million, Dembele faced challenges, including injuries that sidelined him for over 100 matches. Despite initial struggles, he improved under manager Xavi, showcasing his talent before leaving for Paris Saint-Germain in 2023. Dembele expressed gratitude for his experiences at Barcelona, stating he ultimately became the player he aspired to be.
- •Dembele joined Barcelona from Borussia Dortmund in 2017.
- •Injuries limited his availability, missing over 100 matches.
- •His performances improved under coach Xavi before his departure.
- •PSG triggered his €50.4 million release clause in 2023.
- •He regards Messi as a key influence during his Barcelona tenure.
- 7:40 AMYahoo Sports — Ousmane Dembele reflects on Barcelona spell and reveals what Messi meant to him: ‘Saw some exceptional top players’
"Ousmane Dembele has looked back on his Barcelona career with gratitude, with Lionel Messi standing out as one of the biggest influences on his time at the club.The Paris Saint-Germain forward arrived ...
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