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Dembele Declares Fitness for PSG's Champions League Final Clash with Arsenal

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Paris Saint-Germain winger Ousmane Dembélé has promised to be ready for the Champions League final against Arsenal despite limping out of Sunday's defeat to Paris FC. The Frenchman was substituted after just 27 minutes but insists he will recover in time for the May 30 showdown in Budapest.

Dembélé acknowledged he took precautions against Paris FC to avoid any risks with the season-defining match approaching. His 19 goals in 39 appearances this term have been vital to PSG's run to the final, where they aim to retain the trophy they won last season. The winger's injury history made the early exit a concern for manager Luis Enrique.

Enrique admitted PSG were fortunate to reach successive finals, especially after being drawn against Bayern Munich in the semifinals. He suggested the task seemed nearly impossible at that stage of the competition. The Spanish coach praised his team's resilience in navigating difficult European ties.

PSG's pursuit of back-to-back Champions League titles faces a stern test from Arsenal at the Puskas Arena. Dembélé's availability gives the French champions their best chance of overcoming the Premier League winners.