Seven PSG key players are injured and out for next encounters. Image Credit: ESPN.
(The Post News) – French giants Paris Saint Germain (PSG) suffer a terror of injuries following their Champions League encounter against Bayern Munich on November 4.
The injury situation at PSG has reached crisis point, with several key first-team stars sidelined at a crucial phase of the season. The timing could hardly be worse as the club navigate a dense fixture list in both domestic and European competitions.
PSG’s Injured Players
Achraf Hakimi – Sprain of the left ankle; expected to be out for six to eight weeks.
Ousmane Dembélé – Left-calf injury; sidelined for several weeks.
Nuno Mendes – Sprain of the left knee; likewise expected to miss several weeks.
Désiré Doué – Continuing rehabilitation from previous physical issues.
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia – Muscle injury in the thigh.
Bradley Barcola – Hamstring problem.
Lucas Beraldo – Ankle sprain.
These absences decimate depth across both full-back positions and attacking options, putting a major burden on squad rotation and fitness management.
Upcoming Fixtures for PSG
Olympique Lyonnais vs Paris Saint-Germain, 9 Nov 2025.
Paris Saint-Germain vs Le Havre AC, 22 Nov 2025.
Paris Saint-Germain vs Tottenham Hotspurs, 26 Nov 2025 (UEFA Champions League)
AS Monaco vs Paris Saint-Germain, Saturday, 29 Nov 2025.
Paris Saint-Germain vs Stade Rennais, 6 Dec 2025.
These fixtures come at a time when PSG need consistency, squad depth and availability, all of which are under serious pressure.The Stakes and ImpactWith key players unavailable for upcoming fixtures, PSG’s coach will be forced into tactical adjustments and reliance on less experienced or fringe players.
Defensively, the loss of starters such as Hakimi and Mendes threatens the balance and width of the back-line. Offensively, the absence of contributors like Dembélé, Barcola and Kvaratskhelia weakens attacking fluidity and pace. The upcoming match against Lyon is already a high-risk clash, and the Champions League group game at home to Tottenham represents a pivotal moment in the campaign.
Failures in either competition could set off a domino effect of lost momentum, increased fatigue, and heightened risk of further injuries. PSG are entering one of the most challenging periods of the season with a severely depleted squad. The list of injured players and the calibre of forthcoming fixtures combine to present a genuine threat to their ambitions both domestically and in Europe. How the squad responds will be critical to the remainder of their campaign.
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