As we prepare for another exciting round of Champions League matches, let’s take a look at the players who are on the sidelines for each team.
Here are the latest injury updates ahead of the UCL semi-finals.
Champions League semi-finals: the complete list of injured players
real Madrid
Los Blancos received a major boost when Eder Militao made his long-awaited return from injury earlier this month. The Brazilian defender could be an option to start against Bayern Munich as he appears to have gotten enough playing time ahead of the Champions League semi-finals.
However, Real Madrid will travel to the Allianz Arena without Thibaut Courtois And David Alababoth of whom have long-term injuries. Ferland Mendywho has not trained due to a muscle problem since the Clasico, is expected to make his return against Bayern Munich on Tuesday.
Bayern Munich
The Bavarians have faced numerous injury problems since facing Arsenal in the Champions League quarter-finals. Wingers Serge Gnabry And Leroy Sane face a race against time to be fit for the first leg against Real Madrid. Kingsley Coman, On the other hand, he is not expected to play again this season due to an adductor injury.
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On Friday, Thomas Tuchel confirmed that Dayot Upamecano twisted his ankle in training but offered no timetable for his return. Bayern also Bouna Sarr And Sacha Boey like their long-term absentees. The former has returned to individual training in recent weeks, but both players are expected to miss the next Champions League match.
Borussia Dortmund
The Blacks and Yellows were dealt a major blow when Sébastien Haller suffered a season-ending ankle injury earlier this month. The absence of the Ivorian striker, however, did not prevent Edin Terzic’s team from achieving an impressive victory against Atletico Madrid in the quarter-finals of the Champions League.
Besides Haller, Ramy Bensebaini expected to miss the upcoming matches against Paris Saint-Germain. According to Terzic, the defender is “unlikely” to play again this season due to a knee ligament injury. Donyell Malen, also out with a knee problem, remains doubtful despite his recent return to training.
Paris Saint Germain
The return of Marquinhos has given PSG a serious injury boost for the final weeks of the campaign. Luis Enrique remained cautious about the captain’s workload, resting him during the 4-1 win over Lorient on Wednesday. However, he is expected to lead the backline as usual against Borussia Dortmund.
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PSG currently have three players on their injured list. Presnel Kimpembe has resumed individual training in recent days. However, according to L’Equipe, his return would be planned for next season. The same is true for Layvin Kurzawawho has been out of action due to a back problem since December. Sergio Rico has accelerated his recovery from a serious head injury, but he is not expected to return to action in the next Champions League match.
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