Paris Saint-Germain faces a major last-minute concern just two weeks ahead of the Champions League final against Arsenal. Ousmane Dembélé, one of the team’s biggest stars, had to leave the pitch injured during the Ligue 1 match against Paris FC on Sunday afternoon, casting doubt on his availability for the decisive clash.
The French forward, a key player in PSG’s attack, had to exit in the first half of the match, which ended in an unexpected defeat for the Parisians. Dembélé’s premature departure raised immediate alarm within the club and among fans, who are now awaiting more concrete news regarding the severity of his injury.
However, coach Luís Enrique attempted to calm nerves after the game, stating that the player’s situation appears to be less serious than initially feared. “He is fine. I hope it’s nothing serious,” declared the Spanish manager. “I think it’s just fatigue. What we are saying today is pure speculation, but I don’t believe it’s anything serious; there are still two weeks to go.”
Despite Luís Enrique’s optimism, uncertainty remains, as the Champions League final against Arsenal is scheduled for the near future, and Dembélé’s presence could be decisive for PSG’s aspirations to win the European title.
In addition to Dembélé, PSG also had other important absences in the match against Paris FC. Achraf Hakimi, Willian Pacho, and Nuno Mendes did not play in the game, but the expectation is that they will return in time for the Champions League final, strengthening the squad in the fight for the trophy.
The situation, however, could not be more concerning for the Parisians, who face an Arsenal side in great form and full of confidence. The possible absence of Dembélé, combined with the still unconfirmed recovery of the other injured players, places enormous pressure on Luís Enrique and his players to recover quickly and perform at their best on the most important stage in European football.
With the final just around the corner, every piece of news regarding the physical condition of PSG’s stars is scrutinized, and Dembélé’s future will be crucial for the French club’s plans in the Champions League. The pressure is mounting, and the football world will be attentive to every update on this critical situation.
This article first appeared on [Apito Final](https://apitofinal.pt/).
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