Sunday Oliseh calls Ousmane Dembélé the world’s best player, praising PSG’s evolution after Kylian Mbappé’s departure

Sunday Oliseh has described Ousmane Dembélé as the best player in the world currently, following the forward’s impressive form for Paris Saint-Germain.

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The former Super Eagles captain made the remarks during his Sunday Oliseh Global Football Insights show, where he also reflected on the impact of Kylian Mbappé’s departure from PSG to Real Madrid CF.

Oliseh suggested that Mbappé’s exit allowed PSG to evolve tactically and structurally as a team, rather than relying on individual dominance.

He argued that the French forward’s presence previously placed significant influence within the squad, but his departure has shifted the team’s dynamics.

According to Oliseh, PSG now operates with greater collective discipline and balance, which has contributed to their strong performances and Champions League progress.

He praised Dembélé’s work rate and tactical contribution, describing him as a player who now sets the standard in world football based on current form.

Oliseh also referenced comments attributed to Dembélé about discipline and team structure, using them to underline PSG’s transformation over the past two seasons.

The former Juventus midfielder noted that the club’s consistency with a largely unchanged squad has been key to their recent progress in European competition.

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PSG’s evolution, he added, reflects a broader shift in modern football towards collective systems over individual reliance.