Arsenal Boost as PSG Drop Dembele for Disciplinary Reasons

Ahead of their Champions League showdown with Arsenal, PSG have decided to drop star winger Ousmane Dembele from their squad for disciplinary reasons.

September 30, 2024
10:21 am

Arsenal have scored a timely boost ahead of their Champions League clash with Paris Saint-Germain, as the French club has decided to drop star winger Ousmane Dembele from their squad for disciplinary reasons.

The news, confirmed by both RMC and L’Equipe, reveals that Dembele won’t be making the trip to London for the crucial match at the Emirates Stadium. With four goals and three assists, no player has been more pivotal to PSG’s attack in Ligue 1 this season than the former Barcelona star, so his absence is a real blow for the French giants.

According to RMC, head coach Luis Enrique made the call to leave Dembele out, but the exact details of the disciplinary issue remain under wraps. Just days earlier, the winger played in PSG’s 3-1 victory over Rennes, leaving everyone wondering what led to this sudden decision. It’s reminiscent of when Kylian Mbappe was left out earlier this season, though that was more of a club-driven choice than a personal one from Luis Enrique.

Dembele’s absence adds to PSG’s attacking woes, especially with injuries to key players. Gonçalo Ramos is out long-term, and Marco Asensio isn’t expected to be back in time for Arsenal. So, Luis Enrique will likely turn to Lee Kang-In, Randal Kolo Muani, and Bradley Barcola, who’s been a standout performer this season.

On the bright side, PSG has some good news too! Midfielder Vitinha is set to return after a bout of illness, and left-back Nuno Mendes, who missed the win over Rennes, is also expected to be back. Still, Dembele’s absence will be keenly felt, given his significant contributions this season, and it could just give Arsenal the edge they need to take advantage of PSG’s weakened attack.