The forward of the FC Barcelona, Ousmane Dembele, has spoken publicly about his situation in the team via his personal Instagram account: “there are negotiations. I let my agent handle it, it’s his turf. My field is the ball, simply playing football.”
The Frenchman, whose contract ends at the end of the season and his renewal is still at an impasse, has been left out of Xavi Hernández‘s squad for the cup match against Athletic Club. The player has criticized the media coverage of his situation: “I haven’t stopped reading things about myself for four years without ever trying to justify myself. But as of today, it’s over“.
The former Borussia Dortmund player has assured that his position is going to change radically: “I am going to answer honestly, without giving in to any kind of blackmail”. “I forbid anyone to give the impression that I am not involved in the project sports nor attributing intentions to myself that I have never had”, he has sentenced.
stand up to criticism
The winger has made reference to all those who have doubted about his commitment to the team and the club: “I have lived through complex moments, injuries… The coach has requested me and I have complied, without question. Complying so well with what I have always done because it is my passion”.
Message to the fans
Dembélé also referred to the Barça fans in his statement: “I want to share moments of joy with my teammates and all the members. Above all, let’s focus on the essential: win“.
