Paris Saint-Germain Recovers Nuno Mendes, Provides Vitinha Update

Paris Saint-Germain has announced the return of defender Nuno Mendes ahead of their anticipated Ligue 1 clash against Angers on Saturday. The player is now available for selection after recovering from a muscle injury that had kept him sidelined since mid-April. The Portuguese international's return follows his overcoming issues sustained during the Champions League quarter-final match against Liverpool, significantly bolstering the coach's defensive options for the upcoming period.

Conversely, a medical report revealed that midfielder Vitinha will remain absent from the squad traveling to face Angers. The player is still undergoing an individual training program to recover from inflammation in his right heel. In this regard, Paris Saint-Germain stated: “Vitinha's right heel inflammation is developing positively, and he is currently continuing individual work,” indicating a gradual improvement in his physical condition after the injury he sustained against Lyon on April 19.

These medical updates are of significant importance as they precede the crucial Champions League semi-final first leg against Bayern Munich next Tuesday. This makes the readiness of key players a top priority for the coaching staff. While Mendes prepares for his return, Vitinha will remain in the French capital to continue his rehabilitation, awaiting a final assessment of his condition before the continental fixture at Parc des Princes.

On another note, Quentin Ndjanto continued his specialized treatment program away from group training, while the squad saw the return of Fabian Ruiz, who recently regained match rhythm by participating against Lyon and Nantes. The capital club aims to overcome Angers in Saturday's match, which kicks off at 7 PM, before fully shifting focus to the eagerly awaited European summit.