“Xavi Clarifies How PSG Employed Dembele’s Contract Clause to Surprise Barcelona”

Former Barcelona player and current manager, Xavi, expressed his deep conviction that Ousmane Dembele would not easily agree to leave the club, given the affection and support he had received over the years, especially from Xavi himself. This sentiment made Xavi less concerned about the private clause in Dembele’s contract, which could potentially facilitate his departure. However, to everyone’s surprise, PSG managed to trigger the clause unexpectedly, leading to a sudden turn of events.

During a press conference, Xavi revealed that he was well aware of the details of Dembele’s contract, including the existence of the clause that could allow him to leave the club. He had discussions with Mateu Alemany, the club’s director of football, about this possibility. Despite being informed about the contractual situation, Xavi was confident that Dembele’s attachment to the club and the positive atmosphere would deter any immediate exit.

However, Barcelona was left astonished when, three days prior, Dembele informed the club of his desire to leave and join PSG. Xavi admitted that he did not foresee this development, as the French winger seemed genuinely content and happy at Barcelona during their interactions.

As the events unfolded, it became apparent that Dembele’s agent had already been considering the option of his client’s departure from Barcelona when they negotiated and signed the deal one year ago. This revelation left Barcelona with a feeling of surprise and, perhaps, a sense of unanticipated loss.

With Dembele’s decision to join PSG, it has been confirmed that he will not return to Barcelona from the preseason. Instead, he is set to travel to Paris to finalize his move and sign a five-year contract with the French giants.

For Xavi and Barcelona, the unexpected turn of events underscores the unpredictable nature of football and the challenges clubs face in retaining top talents. While Xavi had hoped to continue working with Dembele and nurture his potential at Barcelona, the club will now have to adjust to his departure and strategize for the future without the talented winger.

As for Dembele, the move to PSG represents a new chapter in his career, and fans eagerly await to see how he will fare in his new surroundings. The decision to join a club of PSG’s caliber is indicative of Dembele’s ambition and his belief in the project laid out for him in the French capital. As the formalities of the transfer are completed, all eyes will be on Dembele as he embarks on this exciting journey with his new team.