Ousmane Dembélé, Paris Saint-Germain
2025 Season
Dembélé has fulfilled his immense potential, leading PSG to a historic Champions League win over Liverpool.
The ambidextrous winger’s dribbling, explosiveness, and versatility make him nearly unstoppable. His elite stats rival Messi and Neymar, cementing him as the best player in the world right now.
Ousmane Dembélé (France National Team, Paris Saint-Germain)
March 2025 (Nations League Quarterfinals)
Mbappé highlights Dembélé’s current form as an asset for France’s attacking unpredictability.
Both players have scored over 30 goals this season, and Mbappé is eager to link up with his PSG teammate in the upcoming matches against Croatia.
Christian Pulisic, AC Milan
Ongoing (2025 Season)
Pulisic is negotiating a new contract with Milan after becoming a key player since joining in 2023.
The USMNT star has scored 15+ goals in each of his first two seasons, matching Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s record. Despite Milan’s struggles, he wants to extend his stay.
Mykhailo Mudryk (Chelsea/Ukraine)
September 2025
With his football career frozen after a doping charge, Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk is preparing for a radical shift into athletics. Reports suggest he aims to represent Ukraine in sprinting at the 2028 Olympics, using his explosive pace for medals. Banned under FA anti-doping rules, Mudryk joined Ukraine’s sprint team and is training under Olympic coaches in Kyiv. Known for clocking 36.67 km/h on debut, his acceleration is now being channelled into track work, with belief discipline could unlock new athletic success.
Tariq Lamptey (Brighton & Hove Albion)
June 2025
Brighton right-back Tariq Lamptey has signed a one-year contract extension, staying with the Seagulls through the 2025-26 season after a year hampered by injuries and limited to 10 league starts.
Head coach Fabian Hurzeler praised Lamptey’s versatility and drive to help Brighton reach new targets. The 24-year-old Ghana international will compete for a regular spot in wide defensive roles next season.
Son Heung-Min (LAFC)
August 2025
Son Heung-Min’s jersey has become the world’s best-selling sports shirt, surpassing stars like Lionel Messi, LeBron James, and Stephen Curry. Since joining LAFC, Son’s shirt has topped sales in all sports for two consecutive weeks, according to LAFC GM John Thorrington.
JJ Gabriel
January 2026
Carrick invited 15-year-old attacker Gabriel into first-team training twice, alongside other academy promotions, reinforcing his fast-rising status as a standout prospect. He first trained on a reduced-number day, then again with the full squad. The report highlights Gabriel’s “Kid Messi” viral profile, Nike boot deal, and Under-18 output (11 goals in 16 games), including a hat-trick vs Liverpool and an FA Youth Cup goal at Old Trafford.
Olympique Lyonnais
June 2025
Lyon have been relegated to Ligue 2 after authorities ruled their financial restructuring plans insufficient.
Despite attempts to stabilize finances, Lyon failed to meet Ligue 1’s regulatory requirements. Their Europa League spot and Palace’s qualification status remain unclear.
