Paris Saint-Germain faced a significant challenge during their Champions League clash with Barcelona at the Parc des Princes on Tuesday when Ousmane Dembélé was forced off due to injury early in the match. The French forward, a key figure in PSG’s attack, appeared to sustain a hamstring issue that curtailed his involvement.
The injury occurred as Dembélé sprinted to reach a loose ball that had slipped behind the Barcelona defense. Although he initially accelerated, the forward immediately showed signs of discomfort, clutching the back of his leg, which suggested a sudden hamstring problem.
Dembélé substituted against Barcelona
Recognizing the severity of the situation, PSG made a prompt substitution in the 20th minute, replacing Dembélé with Ferran Torres. This early change notably impacted PSG’s offensive options, as the team lost one of its most dangerous attackers.
Despite the visible signs pointing to a hamstring injury, PSG had not provided an official statement regarding the exact diagnosis or the extent of Dembélé’s condition immediately following his departure from the pitch. The nature of the injury, combined with the manner in which it happened, naturally raises concerns for the club moving forward.