Real Madrid link up with Ballon d’Or winner Dembele

Real Madrid are linked with Ousmane Dembele, the reigning Ballon d’Or winner, according to a report from TRT Spor. The report says the club intends to start a transfer operation this summer. Dembele currently plays for Paris Saint-Germain. Florentino Perez is aiming to give Jose Mourinho a clean sheet by reshaping the squad. The summer window has seen Real Madrid linked with several high‑profile players, including Rodri, Vitinha, Joao Neves, Michael Olise and Erling Haaland. The club’s interest spans multiple positions across the pitch. Ousmane Dembele, a former Barcelona star, has become a key right winger at Paris Saint-Germain. He has won two consecutive UEFA Champions League titles and one Ballon d’Or with PSG. His contract runs until 2028, which the report describes as a factor that makes a move to Real Madrid unlikely. The Dembele link is described as dubious at this early stage, especially after Real Madrid were recently linked with Michael Olise. The report notes that Dembele’s history with Barcelona and his long‑term contract add further obstacles. Photo credits for the article are given to Matthew Stockman and Lars Baron.