PSG star Dembélé back in training, still a doubt for Bayern clash

Big worries at Paris Saint-Germain ahead of the Champions League blockbuster against FC Bayern . Superstar Ousmane Dembélé is at risk of missing the clash at the Parc des Princes on Tuesday evening.

According to French newspaper L’Équipe , the reigning Ballon d’Or winner is still struggling with thigh problems. The 28-year-old was injured at the beginning of September and only recently returned to team training. Now, his participation against the Munich side is once again in doubt.

Dembélé made his Champions League comeback about two weeks ago in the 7-2 victory over Bayer Leverkusen, scoring a goal in the process. However, since then, the winger has not been able to play a full match.

In the 1-0 win against OGC Nice over the weekend, the former Dortmund player was on the pitch for 18 minutes, but afterwards complained of severe pain in his Achilles tendon. On Sunday, Dembélé was able to take part in training again, but PSG coach Luis Enrique apparently does not want to take any risks.

According to L’Équipe , a starting spot against FC Bayern is unlikely—Dembélé may only be included in the squad as a substitute. Enrique would prefer to rest the attacking star to avoid a possible relapse injury.

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In addition to Dembélé, another attacking player is definitely out: Desire Doué. The 19-year-old suffered a muscle injury in his right thigh during the league match against FC Lorient and will be out for several weeks.

There is a lot at stake in the Champions League for both teams. Both PSG and FC Bayern have won their first three group matches. Paris defeated Atalanta, Barcelona, and Leverkusen, while Bayern beat Chelsea, Pafos, and Brugge.

This means the group leader and the second-placed team will face each other at the Parc des Princes—a true showdown between two unbeaten heavyweights, eye to eye.

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