The 2024/25 football season has officially come to a close, with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) emerging as Champions League winners after a commanding victory over Inter Milan in the final.
The match highlighted the exceptional talent of 19-year-old French winger Désiré Doué, whose outstanding performance not only captivated fans but also signaled the arrival of a potential football superstar.
Doué’s display on such a grand stage has positioned him as one of the most promising young players in world football and could complicate things for Barcelona’s rising defensive star, Pau Cubarsí.
Since joining PSG from Rennes last summer for €50 million, Doué has enjoyed a meteoric rise in his career. Once relatively unknown outside of France, the young winger quickly established himself as a key player for the Parisian side.
Known for his versatility, Doué can operate effectively on either wing and in attacking midfield, making him a valuable asset for any manager. His footballing education at Rennes, a club famed for developing talents such as Ousmane Dembélé and Eduardo Camavinga, has undoubtedly shaped his rapid progress.
Doué’s debut season reached its peak with a remarkable performance in the Champions League final. He scored twice and provided an assist, delivering a performance worthy of the highest praise.
His contribution not only secured PSG’s title but also underlined his growing reputation as one of Europe’s brightest young talents. Many now regard him as one of the most successful signings in recent memory, with the potential to lead PSG’s future endeavors on the European stage.
While comparisons with Barcelona’s teenage sensation Lamine Yamal are inevitable, football followers largely agree that Yamal remains in a category of his own. However, Doué’s brilliance has made him a serious contender for the 2025 Golden Boy award — a title that Pau Cubarsí had been eyeing, especially after his consistent defensive displays for Barcelona late in the season.
Though the award, organized annually by Italian newspaper Tuttosport, has yet to be decided, Doué’s recent exploits have given him an advantage. Cubarsí might have to set his sights on the 2026 edition if current trends continue.
It’s worth noting that Barcelona leads in Golden Boy accolades, with previous winners including Lionel Messi, Pedri, Gavi, and current holder Yamal. Should Doué win, PSG would claim their second, following Kylian Mbappé’s triumph in 2017.
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