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The transfer window might be closed, but the drama in Paris is just heating up. On Friday, February 20, 2026, explosive reports from Fichajes and Football365 suggest that Ousmane Dembélé’s entourage has formally contacted the Chelsea board to offer the winger’s services for the summer.
The move follows a week of public tension at Paris Saint-Germain that has reportedly pushed the relationship between the 2025 Ballon d’Or winner and manager Luis Enrique to a "breaking point."
The Timeline of Tensions: What Went Wrong?
The "Individualism" Jibe: Following a shock 3–1 loss to Rennes on February 13, Dembélé publicly criticized his teammates for "playing as individuals."
The Enrique Clapback: Luis Enrique didn't take the criticism lightly, branding the statements "worthless" and asserting that "no player is above the club."
The 26-Minute Sub: The feud went global during Tuesday's Champions League clash with Monaco. Enrique hauled Dembélé off after just 26 minutes while the score was 2–0 to Monaco. His replacement, Désiré Doué, inspired a 3–2 comeback, leaving Dembélé’s future looking increasingly bleak.
The Salary Standoff: Adding fuel to the fire, contract extension talks have reportedly stalled. Dembélé is rumored to be holding out for a staggering €60M-a-year package—a figure PSG are hesitant to meet given his recent injury niggles.
The Verdict: While a mid-season move is impossible, the "earthquake" in Paris has made a summer exit feel inevitable. If Chelsea can navigate the astronomical wage demands, they could be landing a player at the absolute peak of his powers—provided he can stay on the right side of his manager.