“The last time we faced them, I saw just how dangerous he is with the ball. Now, I have to go up against him again in the semi-final — and if we don’t stop him, it could be an easy win for them,” Ousmane Dembélé admits. He reveals the ONE Arsenal player he fears the most ahead of their Champions League semi-final showdown — and it’s neither Timber nor Skelly.

Ahead of the much-anticipated Champions League semi-final between Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain, tensions are mounting—and Ousmane Dembélé has stirred even more excitement with a surprising revelation about the Arsenal squad.

During a press conference brimming with intensity, the PSG winger openly shared his thoughts on the Gunners, identifying the one player he’s particularly concerned about. Interestingly, instead of highlighting well-known defenders like Jurrien Timber or emerging talents such as Skelly Alvero, Dembélé singled out Arsenal’s Bukayo Saka as the main threat.

Reflecting on their previous encounter, Dembélé admitted he had been impressed by Saka’s performance. He acknowledged the winger’s incredible skill and warned that if PSG doesn’t find a way to limit his influence, the match could easily slip away from them. “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.”

Dembélé elaborated further, praising Saka’s unpredictable style of play, blistering pace, and relentless creativity. He emphasized that Saka’s sharpness on the ball and his ability to make things happen in critical moments pose a significant challenge for any defense. “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,” he added.

Saka’s growing reputation isn’t limited to just Dembélé’s praise. Real Madrid winger Vinícius Júnior also offered his admiration for the Arsenal star, following their earlier clash in the tournament.

He described Saka as one of the most difficult opponents he has faced, commending his work rate and attacking instincts. “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,” Vinícius stated.

These glowing endorsements from two elite wingers highlight Saka’s meteoric rise in European football. As the first leg approaches, all eyes will be on the young Englishman. For PSG, crafting a solid strategy to contain him could be the key to reaching the final. One thing is clear: neutralizing Saka will be crucial if they hope to advance.