Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) fans received positive news regarding forward Ousmane Dembélé ahead of their crucial UEFA Champions League clash with Bundesliga leaders Bayern Munich.
The 28-year-old French international trained with the squad on Monday, suggesting he is fit for Tuesday night’s crucial encounter at the Parc des Princes. However, head coach Luis Enrique remains cautious about the winger’s condition.
When asked whether Dembélé could start, Enrique told reporters at a press conference on Monday that he would not take unnecessary risks with any player.
“No risk, with any player. But Ousmane is in good condition. He has completed all the training sessions over the past two weeks, he has played, and he’s improving physically. He will play, of course. He is ready for competition. Tomorrow, we will decide how long,” he said.
Discussing the importance of the fixture, the Spanish coach said, “Should we evaluate our team? I think not. We deserve some confidence. It’s important to win tomorrow—for the three points, for our group, which is the toughest in the competition, but also because we want to be competitive in every match. It’s important to enjoy it with our supporters.”
Enrique added that both sides will stick to their usual playing styles: “Bayern will not change their way of playing. Neither will we.”
On the broader significance of the tie, he noted: “All matches are important, but our schedule is very intense and difficult. We must collect points as early as possible. We’ve done it in three matches; we want to do the same tomorrow.”
Looking ahead to the key aspects of the match, Enrique said the contest would likely be closely fought: “It’s obvious this kind of match will be balanced. Bayern won’t change their style, neither will we—and maybe we’ll do even more because we’re at home. I think we can overcome their pressing and cause them problems. They can strike hard too. There won’t be a big difference. It will come down to details—that’s football. Whoever controls them best will make the difference. Both teams will give everything. I hope our supporters have a great time.”
Meanwhile, PSG midfielder Désiré Doué, who recently suffered a muscle injury in his right thigh, has been ruled out of the match.