Ousmane Dembélé Returns to Paris Saint-Germain Squad for Monaco Clash

Paris Saint-Germain has announced the inclusion of star player Ousmane Dembélé in the squad set to face Monaco on Friday in a French Ligue 1 fixture. This marks the player's official return to the Parisian club after missing the last three matches due to a calf injury that sidelined him from recent games.

Dembélé sustained this injury three weeks ago during the first half of the Champions League playoff first leg against Monaco. This required him to undergo an intensive treatment and rehabilitation program. While fans eagerly anticipate seeing the player back on the field, coach Luis Enrique has not yet decided whether he will start in the upcoming match, preferring to keep his options open pending a final assessment of the player's physical fitness before kickoff.

This return holds significant importance given the busy schedule awaiting the reigning French champions. The team is preparing to host English club Chelsea, two-time continental champions, next Wednesday in the first leg of the Champions League Round of 16. The Paris Saint-Germain coaching staff aims to restore the team's full attacking strength before this major European encounter, especially as the Parisian club looks to go far in continental competitions this season.