Paris Saint-Germain has kicked off 2025 in near-perfect fashion, securing their first title of the year with a victory over AS Monaco in the Trophée des Champions.
With a late goal, PSG emerged as champions with a 1-0 scoreline, reaffirming their position as the best team in France last season.
This triumph comes at a crucial time, as the transfer window is open, and PSG looks to restructure their squad under Luis Enrique’s management.
Speculation suggests the potential departure of a forward who hasn’t found his place in the team, with interest from a Ligue 1 rival.

Ousmane Dembele was clear in his statements after winning the title with PSG
Ousmane Dembele expressed his happiness at winning the title with PSG and talked about what awaits the team in the final stretch of the season.
In the match against AS Monaco, Ousmane Dembélé shone as the standout player.
Since joining PSG, Dembele has experienced fantastic moments, and although his initial adaptation was challenging, he has now solidified himself as one of Luis Enrique’s key players.
Ousmane Dembélé: “It’s my fourth title at PSG, I’m very happy. The second half of the season is going to be exciting, I’m optimistic. All games are important at PSG. The match vs. Manchester City is important & on everyone’s mind. We’re going to try to win vs. City at the Parc.” pic.twitter.com/ailg2HohEC
— PSG Report (@PSG_Report) January 5, 2025
The next major challenge for PSG and Dembele is the clash against Manchester City on January 22, one of the most important matches of the season.
Dembélé and the team are fully focused on this encounter, aiming to continue their progress in the European competition.
PSG’s preparation for the upcoming matches
PSG continues their preparation for their next Ligue 1 fixture against Saint-Étienne on January 11 at the Parc des Princes.
With a 7-point lead over Olympique de Marseille, PSG comfortably tops the table but remains focused on maintaining their dominance and securing their supremacy in the French championship.
This beginning of the year promises to be crucial for PSG, with a packed schedule of challenges that will test their ability to remain one of the best teams in Europe.