PSG's Desire Doue wins prestigious Golden Boy Award

Desire Doue Crowned 2025 Golden Boy Award

Desire Doue has been crowned the 2025 Golden Boy, a prestigious award given to the best U21 player in world football.

Doué finished ahead of talented players like Arda Güler, Pau Cubarsi...

Desire Doue has been crowned the Golden Boy for 2025 by the Tuttosport jury, following an outstanding season with Paris Saint-Germain. The talented French forward took the top spot after a stellar campaign that saw him contribute 19 goals and 19 assists in 69 club appearances.

The Golden Boy Absolute Best is DÉSIRÉ DOUÉ!

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— Golden Boy (@GoldenBoyAwards) November 4, 2025

Doué's impressive performances earned him numerous accolades, including the Champions League, European Super Cup, French Cup, Ligue 1, and the UNFP trophy for best young player. His exceptional skillset, which includes being two-footed and possessing excellent technique, tactical intelligence, and speed, made him a key player for PSG. Doué's winning the Golden Boy award is a testament to his hard work and dedication.

Desire Doue has been crowned the 2025 Golden Boy, a prestigious award given to the best U21 player in world football. He follows in the footsteps of fellow French players Paul Pogba, Anthony Martial, and Kylian Mbappe.

Doué finished ahead of talented players like Arda Güler, Pau Cubarsí, and his teammate Warren Zaïre-Emery. Notably, last year's winner Lamine Yamal is ineligible to retain the prize due to the one-win rule.

The 20-year-old Paris Saint-Germain winger is currently sidelined with a grade-three injury to his right thigh. Despite this setback, Doue's impressive performances throughout the season earned him this coveted award