Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has issued a statement on goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma’s condition following a serious facial injury sustained during their Ligue 1 match against AS Monaco. The Italian shot-stopper had to leave the field early in the game after a collision with Monaco defender Wilfried Songo.
The Incident
The incident occurred just 22 minutes into the match at Stade Louis II. Donnarumma, rushing off his line to block Songo’s attacking run, successfully denied the Ivorian defender a scoring opportunity. However, in the process, Songo’s raised boot struck Donnarumma in the face.
The Italian international required immediate medical attention on the pitch before being substituted. The challenge left him with several deep cuts and severe facial trauma, forcing PSG to make an early goalkeeper change.
Medical Update
PSG later confirmed that Donnarumma was treated for multiple wounds, including having staples applied to close the cuts. He is also expected to sport a black eye for some time. The club’s official statement read:
“Gianluigi Donnarumma suffered facial trauma with multiple wounds. He will return to Paris with the team, undergo further medical evaluations, and remain inactive for several days.”
Donnarumma is unlikely to feature in PSG’s final game of the year, as the Ligue 1 giants prepare to face Lens in the French Cup on Sunday.
Recovery Timeline
The 2020 Euro-winning goalkeeper is expected to take a brief period of recovery before returning to action. PSG will head into a winter break after their match against Lens, giving Donnarumma additional time to heal. The club anticipates his return to training ahead of their Trophee des Champions clash against Monaco on January 5, 2025.
The Road Ahead
While Donnarumma’s absence is a setback for PSG, the team has the depth to cope with his temporary unavailability. With critical fixtures looming, including their rematch against Monaco, PSG will prioritize their star goalkeeper’s full recovery before reintegrating him into the squad.
For Donnarumma, the focus remains on recovery and a safe return to action, as PSG continues their campaign across domestic and international competitions.
SOURCE: Goal.com
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