Why is Ousmane Dembele NOT playing for PSG against Arsenal?
PARIS Saint-Germain have travelled to London to face Arsenal in the Champions League.
But one of their star names will NOT be featuring in the crunch clash at the Emirates Stadium.
Why is Ousmane Dembele NOT playing for PSG?
Ousmane Dembele has been one of PSG’s standout performers this season with four goals in six games.
But the rapid France forward will be playing no part of the Champions League game against Arsenal.
This is because of a bust-up with PSG boss Luis Enrique.
The fallout is believed to have taken place in the aftermath of PSG’s 3-1 win over Rennes on Friday night, in which Dembele was subbed off eight minutes from time.
Enrique said: “I am not going to create a soap opera out of this.
“There are no problems between us. That is completely false. This is simply about the responsibilities of the player.
“If someone doesn’t comply or respect the expectations of the team, it means they are not prepared to play.
“This match is very important and I want all my players to be ready, so as a consequence I have left him out. I want the best for my team and that is my job.
“These circumstances are difficult and you have to take difficult decisions. But I am 100% engaged with my decision, and 100% sure of the decision I have made.
“It doesn’t mean this is irreversible. I have the support of the club’s president and the sporting director.
“I am here to create a team and in the future that might include Ousmane Dembele, just to be clear.”
When is Arsenal vs PSG?
Arsenal vs PSG takes place on Tuesday, October 1.
The match kicks off at 8pm.
The game is being broadcast live on Amazon Prime Video.