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PSG and FFF Clash Over Barcola Injury Row

Bradley Barcola (PSG)
October 2025

PSG and the French Football Federation are in open conflict after Bradley Barcola withdrew from France duty with a hamstring injury. The FFF claimed it stemmed from a Champions League game, angering PSG who dispute that version and accuse the federation of breaching medical confidentiality.
PSG insists the injury was recent and not chronic, rejecting the FFF’s statement. This follows disputes in September over injuries to Ousmane Dembélé and Désiré Doué. PSG see the latest communication as shifting blame, while the FFF argues it followed standard practice in explaining player withdrawals. The row highlights growing distrust, with PSG noting only two of their players were called up this break, down from five in September.

De Zerbi Banned After Red Card in Historic Win Over PSG

Roberto De Zerbi (Marseille)
September 2025

Marseille’s 1-0 home win over PSG was overshadowed by coach Roberto De Zerbi’s red card, leading to a one-match ban and a further suspended sanction. He admitted his mistake but insisted his remarks were not insulting. De Zerbi expressed frustration over a Hakimi foul, admitting his body language was poor. He apologised in his press conference, promising trust in his assistant. He will miss matches against Strasbourg and Metz, but return for the Champions League fixture with Ajax.

Giroud Explains Dembele’s Ballon d’Or Rise

Olivier Giroud (France)
September 2025


Olivier Giroud admitted he never foresaw Ousmane Dembele winning the Ballon d’Or, despite his talent. Dembele’s resurgence at PSG, capped by 35 goals and a Champions League triumph, convinced critics he deserved football’s top individual honor after years of struggles at Barcelona. Giroud highlighted that Ballon d’Or winners need both talent and team success, noting Dembele’s form peaked at the right time with PSG’s historic quadruple. He called it a season where Dembele “had everything”—fitness, consistency, and trophies—that finally fulfilled his long-questioned potential.

Bayern Move to Extend Michael Olise

Michael Olise (Bayern Munich)
September 2025

Bayern Munich are preparing a contract extension for Michael Olise, just one year after his £52m move from Crystal Palace. The French winger has impressed so much that the club aims to secure him beyond his current 2029 deal to fend off suitors. Despite rumors of an exit clause, Bayern insist Olise’s contract has none. With Liverpool, PSG, and Manchester City watching closely, Bayern want to eliminate doubts about his long-term future. Sporting director Christoph Freund praised his fit in the squad, calling it a “perfect mix.”

Donnarumma Wins Yashin Trophy Before Man City Switch

Gianluigi Donnarumma (Manchester City, ex-PSG)
September 2025

Gianluigi Donnarumma claimed the Yashin Trophy after helping PSG to their quadruple before his summer move to Manchester City. The Italian dethroned Emiliano Martinez to become a two-time winner, having first lifted the award in 2021 after Italy’s Euro triumph. Donnarumma posted 17 clean sheets in 43 matches for PSG last season, before joining City. He has since started strongly in England, conceding just twice in three games, and impressed with a dominant display against Arsenal, showcasing his new accolade at the Etihad.

Enrique and Wiegman Land Top Coaching Prizes at Ballon d’Or

Luis Enrique (PSG), Sarina Wiegman (England)
September 2025

Luis Enrique and Sarina Wiegman were named Coaches of the Year at the Ballon d’Or gala. Enrique led PSG to a historic treble, while Wiegman guided England’s Lionesses to Euro 2025 glory, cementing her reputation as the most consistent coach in the women’s game. Enrique became just the second manager, alongside Pep Guardiola, to achieve the treble twice, having also done so with Barcelona. Wiegman, meanwhile, made history by reaching five consecutive major finals, proving her unmatched ability to sustain success at international level.

PSG and Arsenal Named Clubs of the Year at Ballon d’Or

Paris Saint-Germain, Arsenal Women
September 2025

PSG were named Men’s Club of the Year after winning a historic quadruple under Luis Enrique, while Arsenal earned Women’s Club of the Year after dethroning Barcelona in the Champions League. The recognition underscored both clubs’ landmark achievements in Europe last season. PSG lifted the Champions League, Ligue 1, Coupe de France, and Trophée des Champions, capping a record-breaking year. Arsenal, led by Renee Slegers, became the first English side to conquer the Women’s Champions League, cementing their status as Europe’s premier women’s team.

Dembele Beats Yamal to Ballon d’Or, Teen Wins Kopa Again

Ousmane Dembele (PSG)
September 2025

Ousmane Dembele claimed the 2025 Ballon d’Or after inspiring PSG to a historic quadruple, edging out Barcelona’s teenage prodigy Lamine Yamal. Though disappointed with second place, Yamal retained the Kopa Trophy, his father boldly insisting the top prize will be his next year. PSG’s treble-winning season, capped by a 5-0 Champions League final win over Inter, sealed Dembele’s triumph. Yamal congratulated his compatriot warmly but left Paris motivated, his dazzling rise already cementing him as a Ballon d’Or favourite for 2026 as Barcelona rebuild around him.

PSG Plot Shock Move for Barca Icon Alexia Putellas

Alexia Putellas (Barcelona)
September 2025

PSG are preparing a record-breaking bid to sign Alexia Putellas by triggering her release clause before Friday’s transfer deadline. The two-time Ballon d’Or winner remains contracted until 2026 but is seen as untouchable by Barcelona, who refuse to negotiate.
How: PSG are reportedly ready to surpass her Barca salary and make her the highest-paid player in women’s football. However, Putellas has publicly reaffirmed loyalty to Barcelona, where she has scored 212 goals and sees herself finishing her career.

PSG’s Campos hints Donnarumma pay stance led to sale

Gianluigi Donnarumma (Man City)
September 2025

PSG advisor Luis Campos implied Donnarumma’s salary demands didn’t fit the club’s new merit-based wage policy, after the keeper—fresh off a UCL title—was sold to Man City for approximately £26–35m. Message: the badge is bigger than any star’s pay packet.Campos framed negotiations as lengthy and principle-driven: higher pay must match minutes and performance. PSG’s pivot to financial discipline mirrors wider trends—fewer mega guarantees, more incentives—shaping renewal talks elsewhere and explaining exits when alignment can’t be found.

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