PSG full-back Nuno Mendes ruled out for crucial Champions League clash with Barcelona

Paris Saint-Germain have been dealt a major blow after left-back Nuno Mendes was officially ruled out for several weeks due to a left thigh injury. ​According to Yahoo Sports, the Portugal international sustained the setback during the first half of Les Parisiens’ 3-1 victory over RC Strasbourg Alsace in Ligue 1.

The injury sidelines the defender ahead of a heavyweight UEFA Champions League encounter against FC Barcelona.​ Manager Luis Enrique now faces a critical tactical dilemma on how to restructure his backline, as Mendes was widely expected to feature directly against Barcelona’s red-hot winger Lamine Yamal.

The absence of the key full-back removes a vital defensive asset for Paris, creating a significant obstacle as they look to secure a result in Europe.