“It Won’t Be Easy!” – Ousmane Dembélé Reveals the ONE Arsenal Player He Fears Ahead of Champions League Semi-Final Clash – And It’s Not Timber or Skelly
The tension is already rising ahead of the highly anticipated Champions League semi-final between Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal, and PSG winger Ousmane Dembélé has just added more fuel to the fire with a surprise admission about the Gunners.
In a fiery pre-match press conference, Dembélé spoke candidly about Arsenal’s strengths and didn’t hesitate when asked which player he’s most wary of heading into the two-legged battle. While many expected him to name defensive stalwarts like Jurrien Timber or rising star Skelly Alvero, the Frenchman stunned reporters with his answer.
> “The last time we played them, I saw how dangerous he is with the ball,” Dembélé said. “And now I have to face him again in the semi-final. For them, it might feel like a walkover if we don’t contain him.”
The mystery man? Bukayo Saka.
Yes, it’s Arsenal’s homegrown star Bukayo Saka who has clearly left a lasting impression on Dembélé. The PSG winger admitted that Saka’s ability to create space, drive forward with the ball, and consistently deliver in big games makes him a nightmare to deal with.
> “Saka is unpredictable. He’s sharp, fast, and always looking to create something. If you switch off for even a second, he’ll punish you,” Dembélé added.
And it’s not just Dembélé singing Saka’s praises — Vinícius Júnior also weighed in after Real Madrid’s clash with Arsenal earlier in the campaign, saying:
> “Saka is one of the toughest wingers I’ve faced. He never stops running and always finds a way to beat his man. You can’t relax when he’s on the pitch.”
The mutual respect from two of the most explosive wingers in world football only underlines the rise of Saka as a top-tier talent in Europe. With Dembélé and Vinícius both calling him out as a threat, all eyes will be on the England international when Arsenal take on PSG.
The first leg of the semi-final is set to be electric, with both sides packed with attacking firepower. But if PSG are to progress, it’s clear they’ll need a plan — and a solid one — to neutralize the danger of Bukayo Saka.