Chelsea are handed a major boost in their pursuit of Ousmane Dembele as PSG 'pull out of the race to sign the Barcelona winger on a free this summer' - with the French giants 'opting to commit funds to improving their midfield instead'

Chelsea have one less competitor in their pursuit of Barcelona star Ousmane Dembele after Paris Saint-Germain pulled out of the race, according to reports in Spain.

The French winger is out of contract this summer, meaning the Blues could sign him on a free if he fails to agree a new deal with the Spanish giants.

And according to Sport, PSG will now focus on strengthening their midfield instead - handing the Premier League side a boost as they aim to secure Dembele's signature.

PSG have reportedly pulled out of the race to sign Barcelona's Ousmane Dembele (pictured)

Chelsea may now be the frontrunners to sign the French winger on a free transfer this summer

Dembele, 25, has suffered several injuries while at the Nou Camp, but broke back into Xavi's side this season, making 32 appearances in all competitions and scoring one goal.