Dembélé sidelined with calf injury

Paris Saint-Germain have confirmed that forward Ousmane Dembélé has sustained a left calf injury, ruling him out of action for several weeks.

The French international picked up the knock during recent club training, and medical tests have since determined he will require rest and treatment before returning to the squad.

Key absence for PSG

Dembélé’s absence is a setback for PSG, who rely on his pace and creativity on the wing.

The timing is particularly difficult as the club faces a demanding stretch of fixtures in both domestic and European competitions.

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While the club did not provide a specific timeline for recovery, sources close to PSG told local media that the player will miss “several weeks” of play as he undergoes rehabilitation.

Misses France duty

The injury also means Dembélé will be unavailable for France’s upcoming international matches during the next break. His absence adds to coach Didier Deschamps’ growing list of unavailable players.

Dembélé’s recent performances for both club and country had been promising, and his spell on the sidelines is expected to have a noticeable impact on both PSG’s attacking options and France’s preparations.

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