Overview
- Paris Saint-Germain confirmed Tuesday that 2025 Ballon d'Or winner Ousmane Dembélé is unfit to travel after falling ill on Monday.
- Dembélé had been eased back from a recent calf injury with brief substitute outings, including an assist against Rennes last weekend.
- CBS Sports reports PSG will also be without goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier due to an ankle injury, with Lucas Hernández suspended and Achraf Hakimi still sidelined.
- The holders arrive second in the Champions League league phase on 12 points and lead the tournament with 19 goals, while Athletic Club have four points.
- Previews issued before the illness had anticipated Dembélé’s involvement, but his late withdrawal necessitates adjustments for Wednesday at San Mamés.