Ousmane Dembele faces weeks on sidelines after suffering thigh injury in Barcelona clash

Paris Saint-Germain forward Ousmane Dembele is set to spend several weeks on the sidelines after sustaining a left thigh injury during the club’s 4-2 victory over Barcelona in the UEFA Champions League.

The French international who has Malian and Senegalese roots was forced off early in the first half of the Matchday 3 encounter at the Parc des Princes while chasing a ball, raising concerns over his fitness despite PSG’s impressive performance against the Spanish giants.

As confirmed by PSG, the Ballon d’Or winner had sustained a left thigh injury and would remain under treatment for the coming weeks.

The injury represents a significant setback for the reigning French champions, with Dembele having established himself as an important attacking option for the team through his pace, creativity and ability to trouble opposition defenders in one-on-one situations.

His absence could affect PSG’s attacking plans in the coming weeks as head coach Luis Enrique prepares for a demanding period of domestic and European football. The club will now monitor the forward’s recovery before determining when he can return to competitive action.

Dembele’s injury comes at an unfortunate time for PSG, who claimed an impressive 4-2 victory over Barcelona but emerged from the contest with multiple fitness concerns.

Brazilian defender Marquinhos is also expected to spend several weeks on the sidelines after sustaining a right thigh strain during the second half of the encounter against Hansi Flick’s side.

Meanwhile, Georgian winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia faces a lengthy spell out after suffering an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear in his right knee. PSG confirmed that the winger would undergo surgery in the coming days.

With three key players suffering injuries in the same match, PSG must now contend with a growing list of absentees despite their statement victory over Barcelona.

For Dembele, the immediate priority will be his recovery as PSG await his return to action. The club has not provided a specific return date, confirming only that he will undergo treatment over the coming weeks.