Terrifying scenes in Paris! Kvaratskhelia unable to walk alone as PSG suffer another injury nightmare
Another nightmare for Paris Saint-Germain! Khvicha Kvaratskhelia was forced off against Barcelona in deeply worrying circumstances, with the Georgian superstar needing assistance from two members of staff to leave the pitch.
Details: Kvaratskhelia suffered an apparent injury during PSG's Champions League clash with Barcelona on October 20. Around the 59th minute, with the score at 1-1, the winger was unable to continue and was replaced by Marquinhos. Footage shared by The Touchline showed the Georgian walking off with his arms around two members of the medical staff. The images immediately raised concerns about a potentially serious injury. However, neither an official diagnosis nor a recovery timetable has been announced.
The incident represents another devastating blow for Luis Enrique. Earlier in the same match, Ousmane Dembélé had already been forced off after just 18 minutes, with Ferran Torres replacing him. Losing two important attackers during a major European encounter could seriously disrupt PSG's plans.
Kvaratskhelia has become a key figure in the Parisian attack thanks to his creativity, dribbling and ability to decide important matches. His departure also came at a tense moment, shortly after Barcelona had drawn level against the home side. Enrique was therefore forced into another unexpected tactical adjustment.
The Touchline suggested that the winger could miss several months, but that remains speculation rather than a medical assessment. PSG will need to examine the player before the severity of the problem and his possible absence can be established.
It's worth noting that Kvaratskhelia was PSG's second major attacking injury casualty against Barcelona, following Dembélé. The score was 1-1 when the Georgian left the pitch. His condition remains subject to further medical evaluation.
Reminder: Blow for Enrique! PSG leader injured in first half against Barcelona.
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