Saudi Arabia plans to make a lucrative offer for Dembélé after the World Cup, aiming to bring the Ballon d'Or winner to the Saudi Pro League.

The Saudi Football Federation’s goal is enormous—to transform the Saudi Pro League into the sixth top league by acquiring highly influential football players, with the current focus on the Ballon d'Or winner.

According to an exclusive report from Sky Sports, after the 2026 World Cup in the US, Canada, and Mexico—specifically this summer transfer window—Saudi Arabia will prepare a massive offer to try to recruit the 2025 Ballon d'Or winner Dembélé from Paris, making him the new flagship star of the Saudi Pro League. This move aims to boost the league’s global influence and attract more top European league stars to join, injecting fresh energy and attention into the competition.

Last season, Dembélé scored 35 goals and provided 14 assists in 53 matches, helping Paris secure a treble, including the club’s first-ever Champions League title. This season, he also won the Club World Cup and other trophies, contributing to a total of six titles. With the World Cup year underway, Dembélé will represent France in pursuit of the World Cup trophy. After the tournament, at 29 years old, he might follow a path similar to Neymar’s—already decorated with honors, a move to the Saudi Pro League for 2-3 years could offer a comfortable final stage in his career, potentially a win-win situation.