Paris Saint-Germain forward Désiré Doué is scheduled to consult a dentist this Friday, November 13, following a dental injury sustained during France’s 3-1 loss to Italy on Thursday, November 12.
The French Football Federation (FFF) confirmed the medical appointment, noting that the player’s condition has been stabilized.
The injury occurred during the second half of the match in Milan when Doué was struck in the face by an elbow from Italy’s Davide Frattesi. The impact caused one of the 19-year-old’s teeth to be displaced, the FFF reported.
Doué attempted to continue play after receiving initial treatment from the French medical staff on the pitch. However, he was substituted less than ten minutes after the collision, Sudinfo reported. Footage of the incident showed the player pointing toward his mouth while speaking with staff members immediately following the blow.
While the federation said that the player is doing well, his status for France’s upcoming match against Turkey on Sunday remains uncertain. The medical consultation on Friday is expected to provide further clarity regarding his availability, according to the FFF.
Media assessments following the defeat pointed to a lack of influence from Doué during his time on the field, with several outlets noting he struggled to change the game's outcome before his injury.
While reports from PlanetePSG.com highlighted the anticipation surrounding the injury status of the Paris Saint-Germain attacker, the federation’s official statement remains the sole source regarding the specific plan for dental intervention.
The French national team is scheduled to face Turkey on Sunday, November 15.
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