As Arsenal prepares to face reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final in Budapest, they have received significant injury updates regarding key players Achraf Hakimi and Ousmane Dembele.

Injury Updates for PSG

Achraf Hakimi has been sidelined since the first leg of the Champions League semi-final against Bayern Munich due to a right thigh injury. According to L’Equipe, the Moroccan international has ramped up his individual training and is confident he is ready to start on Saturday. In addition, Ousmane Dembele, who was substituted early in the final Ligue 1 match against Paris FC due to a calf issue, participated in the latest training session. Both players are now competing for a spot in manager Luis Enrique’s starting lineup.

Arsenal's Optimism and Potential Boost

Arsenal enters the final as underdogs, facing a PSG squad filled with some of the world's top attacking talents. However, the Gunners have demonstrated impressive form throughout the tournament, notably maintaining a strong defensive record with nine clean sheets. Last season, PSG defeated Arsenal 3-1 on aggregate in the semi-finals, but the Gunners created numerous scoring opportunities, with players like Leandro Trossard and Gabriel Martinelli missing key chances. In their previous encounters, goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma made several crucial saves, while Bukayo Saka also had opportunities to score.

In addition to the injury updates for PSG, Arsenal could receive a boost with the potential return of Jurrien Timber, who has been out since March due to a groin issue. Although he has not been ruled out for the final, it remains uncertain whether he will be risked in the starting XI, with a substitute appearance more likely. Cristhian Mosquera is expected to handle the challenge posed by Khvicha Kvaratskhelia from the right-back position.

With both teams facing injury concerns and the stakes high, the Champions League final promises to be an exciting clash.