Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Vitinha has returned to full training and is available for selection ahead of the club's Champions League semi-final first leg against Bayern Munich on Tuesday. According to Le Parisien, the Portuguese international has recovered from a heel injury sustained during the Ligue 1 match against Lyon earlier this month. His presence in Monday's session at the Camp des Loges completes PSG's squad, with no injury concerns for manager Luis Enrique ahead of the crucial European tie.
Vitinha's return provides a significant boost to PSG's midfield options. The 24-year-old has been a consistent performer this season, operating as a key metronome in the center of the park for Luis Enrique's side. His ability to dictate tempo and progress the ball will be vital against a Bayern Munich team that will be without the injured Raphael Guerreiro. The manager now faces a decision on whether to reintroduce Vitinha directly into the starting lineup or utilize him from the bench.
The availability of Vitinha follows the recent returns of teammates Fabian Ruiz and Nuno Mendes from their own injury setbacks. This leaves PSG with a fully fit squad at a pivotal moment in their season, as they seek to advance to their first Champions League final since 2020. Luis Enrique is expected to confirm the squad's condition during his pre-match press conference later on Monday.
For Vitinha, the recovery marks a timely end to a brief spell on the sidelines. Since his €41.5 million move from Porto in 2022, he has grown into an essential component of PSG's midfield, making 43 appearances across all competitions this season. His potential involvement against Bayern Munich adds a layer of tactical flexibility for the Parisians, who will look to establish control in the first leg at the Parc des Princes.
