Paris Saint-Germain’s Ousmane Dembele was named Ligue 1 Player of the Year on Sunday, capping a exceptional season that noticed him lead the membership to its thirteenth French title and a spot within the Champions League remaining.
Dembele, the league’s high scorer with 21 targets, has netted 33 occasions in 46 matches throughout all competitions, together with eight targets in Europe. His stellar performances helped PSG clinch their eleventh Ligue 1 title in 13 years.
In a altering of the guard, Dembele succeeds Kylian Mbappe, who dominated the award for 5 consecutive years earlier than making his transfer to Real Madrid final summer time.
Luis Enrique was named Coach of the Year on the UNFP (French Players’ Union) Trophies Gala, whereas Desire Doue claimed the prize for Best Young Player in Ligue 1.
However, PSG’s hopes of a clear sweep have been thwarted by Lille’s Lucas Chevalier, who edged Gianluigi Donnarumma to win the Best Goalkeeper award.
Looking forward, PSG are eyeing a historic treble, with a French Cup remaining in opposition to Reims on May 24 adopted by the Champions League remaining in opposition to Inter Milan on May 31.
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