PSG Midfielder Senny Mayulu Ruled Out of Euro U21 Qualifying Matches with Calf Injury

PARIS – Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Senny Mayulu will miss France’s upcoming UEFA European Under-21 Championship qualifying matches against Luxembourg and Iceland after sustaining a calf injury during PSG’s 4-0 victory over Nice on Saturday, the club announced Sunday. The injury is a blow to Les Bleuets’ preparations as they aim to secure a spot in the tournament.

Mayulu, 19, suffered the injury to his right calf during the Ligue 1 match at the Allianz Riviera. PSG confirmed in a statement that the young midfielder will be sidelined for the next two weeks for treatment. This timeframe means he will be unavailable for both of France’s U21 fixtures on March 26th against Luxembourg and March 30th against Iceland – crucial matches in their qualifying campaign.

Rising Star Sidelined

Mayulu has quickly become a key figure for both PSG and the French youth national teams. He has made 47 appearances for PSG, scoring five goals, and has represented France at the U18, U19, and U20 levels, most recently featuring for the U21 squad. His absence will be felt by Sylvain Ripoll’s team as they seem to continue their push for qualification.

The injury occurred shortly before halftime in the match against Nice, forcing manager Luis Enrique to substitute the promising midfielder. The tackle that led to the injury, a forceful challenge from Nice’s Youssouf Ndayishimiye, resulted in a red card for the midfielder.

Lee Kang-In Avoids Injury Scare

While Mayulu’s injury is a concern, PSG’s medical update provided positive news regarding South Korean international Lee Kang-In. Lee was also substituted during the match against Nice following the aforementioned tackle, raising fears of a serious injury. However, he was not included in the club’s injury report, suggesting he avoided any significant damage and is expected to join his national team during the international break.

Bradley Barcola (ankle) and Fabian Ruiz (knee) will continue their rehabilitation at the PSG Campus in Poissy during the international window, remaining with the club to focus on their recovery.

PSG’s Schedule and Potential Return Date

For Mayulu, the focus is now on recovery. PSG’s medical staff will monitor his progress closely, with a potential return date targeted around April 8th for the Champions League quarter-final first leg against Liverpool, or potentially the Ligue 1 match against Toulouse on April 3rd. However, his return will be dependent on his recovery progress.

The timing of the injury is particularly unfortunate for Mayulu, as he was beginning to establish himself as a regular in the PSG squad and a key component of the French U21 team. His absence will undoubtedly be felt by both sides as they navigate their respective challenges in the coming weeks.

This injury comes as PSG prepares for a crucial stretch of matches, including their Champions League quarter-final tie against Liverpool. Enrique will be hoping for positive news on the injury front as he looks to navigate a busy schedule and compete on multiple fronts.

Fans can follow updates on Mayulu’s recovery and PSG’s upcoming matches on the club’s official website and social media channels. The French Football Federation will also provide updates on the U21 team’s progress during the international break.

Next Checkpoint: PSG will provide a further update on Mayulu’s condition following ongoing assessments by the club’s medical team. The next match for PSG is against Liverpool on April 8th.