In his recent interview, Ronald Koeman was asked whether Ousmane Dembele will continue at Barcelona beyond this summer.
"In principle, I count on everyone. We’re working on improving our squad and they are decisions that we have to take," the coach has said, as quoted by Diario Sport.
Meanwhile, it's been reported that Barca will look to sell Dembele if he refuses to extend his contract at the club. His current deal expires in 2022 and the club fear that Ousmane might decide to let his contract run out and leave for free in a year's time.
In the 2020/21 season, the 24-year-old played 44 matches for Blaugrana and recorded 11 goals and five assists.
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'It's bad luck': Koeman comments on fresh Dembele injury
During his recent interview, Ronald Koeman was asked to comment on the injury Ousmane Dembele has recently picked up at the 2020 Euros.
"I can't say much about it because it's bad luck that he got injured. These are things that must be accepted and analyzed. But we are on vacation now and are thinking about the next season. You just have to accept his injury," the coach said, as quoted by Mundo Deportivo.
According to recent reports, Dembele injured his right knee. The 24-year-old might have to undergo surgery that could lead to him once again being sidelined for several months.
In the 2020/21 season, Ousmane played 44 matches for Barcelona and recorded 11 goals and five assists. He missed just five games through injury.
JUST IN: Dembele might have to undergo surgery — multiple reports
After picking up an injury at the 2020 Euros, Ousmane Dembele is set to undergo further tests at Barcelona on Tuesday, June 22, RAC1 report. There is a big chance that the 24-year-old might go under the knife and a decision will be made after the tests, it's said.
French outlet L'Equipe also report that Dembele might need surgery, adding that he could be sidelined for several months if it happens.
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