Key Takeaways:
- Ousmane Dembele and Marquinhos rejoin the Paris Saint-Germain squad for the away fixture against Leverkusen in the Champions League
- Dembele has not featured since sustaining an injury on 5 September during France’s 2-0 win over Ukraine and missed the 3-3 draw with Strasbourg last Friday
- Fabian Ruiz and Joao Neves remain sidelined and will not travel to Germany
Squad Updates Ahead of Leverkusen Showdown
Paris Saint-Germain are set to be bolstered by the return of two key players, with both Ousmane Dembele and captain Marquinhos named in Luis Enrique’s travelling party for the Champions League encounter against Leverkusen. The return of both men provides a timely boost as PSG prepare for a critical European away fixture.
📋 Le groupe pour le déplacement à Leverkusen ! 🔴🔵#B04PSG I #UCL pic.twitter.com/aZgHXlps3K
— Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_inside) October 20, 2025
Dembele Set for First Squad Appearance Since Injury
Ousmane Dembele, winner of the Ballon d’Or, has been absent from the squad since sustaining an injury during France’s 2-0 victory over Ukraine on 5 September in a World Cup qualifier. Having resumed full training recently, Dembele was held back from participating in last Friday’s dramatic 3-3 draw against Strasbourg out of caution by the PSG technical staff. The upcoming match against Leverkusen marks his first call-up since clinching the individual accolade.
Marquinhos Returns After Quadriceps Setback
Captain Marquinhos also missed the Strasbourg fixture due to a left quadriceps injury incurred during PSG’s 1-0 defeat by Marseille on 20 September. The defender has now recovered and is slated to make his return to the side, fortifying PSG’s defensive options as they head to Germany.
Injury List Remains an Issue
While PSG welcomes Dembele and Marquinhos back into contention, the side continues to contend with the absence of Fabian Ruiz and Joao Neves. Both players remain unfit and will not participate in the upcoming trip to Germany for the Champions League tie.
