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Paris Saint-Germain have released an important medical update regarding Ousmane Dembele after the forward was substituted early during the final fixture of the Ligue 1 campaign. The former Barcelona star triggered alarm among supporters just 12 days before the Champions League final against Arsenal when he limped off during the Paris derby clash with Paris FC.

PSG confirm calf discomfort for Dembele

The reigning French champions have moved swiftly to clarify the situation surrounding their winger’s health. Dembele was taken off the pitch as a precaution after feeling discomfort in his right calf during Sunday’s encounter with Paris FC. According to the club’s official medical statement, the 29-year-old is currently receiving targeted treatment to manage the issue and will continue to undergo recovery sessions in the coming days.

Although the sight of the Ballon d'Or winner appearing to pick up a muscle problem initially caused panic among supporters, the diagnosis later revealed that the issue is not as serious as first suspected. PSG’s medical team will keep monitoring his progress as the squad prepares for the Champions League final trip to Budapest later this month.

Luis Enrique remains calm despite the scare

Following the 2-1 defeat in the Paris derby, head coach Luis Enrique was quick to downplay concerns about the extent of the injury. The Spanish manager maintained that substituting Dembele for Goncalo Ramos was purely a precautionary measure and not a result of a long-term issue.

Enrique told journalists: “I believe it’s just fatigue. What we’re discussing today is merely speculation, but I don’t think it’s anything serious. We still have two weeks left.”

The coach’s positive outlook has been supported by follow-up reports suggesting that the forward has avoided any major muscle tear. Medical evaluations indicate that Dembele is suffering from muscular discomfort rather than a lesion in the calf, a development that significantly improves his chances of being fit to face Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal in the European final.

Race against time for Champions League final

Dembele has been in outstanding form for PSG throughout the season, contributing 19 goals and 11 assists in 39 appearances across all competitions.

His availability is seen as essential for the French side’s ambition to clinch a second consecutive European crown. With the final set for May 30, PSG’s medical team now faces a 12-day window to ensure the French international returns to full fitness.

The Parisian club remains optimistic that the rest period will be adequate. Internal sources have indicated that there is no significant concern over his participation in Budapest, although the club continues to take a careful approach to his training schedule this week.

International concerns for the French national team

The French national team management will also be closely monitoring Dembele’s condition. The forward is a key member of Didier Deschamps’ squad and has already been named in the preliminary list for the 2026 World Cup. Any setback now could not only affect PSG’s pursuit of silverware but also disrupt his preparations for the global tournament in North America.

Although Dembele may miss some upcoming media duties and light training sessions, the expectation within the club is that he will be ready to start when the Champions League anthem echoes through the stadium in Budapest.