Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) have confirmed that defender Presnel Kimpembe has sustained a knee injury during training on Wednesday, leaving the French international out for an extended period.

Kimpembe, who is one of PSG's most important players in the heart of their defence, was involved in training with his teammates when he suffered the setback. The 28-year-old player had been playing well recently, helping PSG win their last two Ligue 1 matches against Rennes and Monaco.

The news comes as a blow to PSG, who are currently second in the league table behind leaders Lyon. Kimpembe's absence could be particularly tough given that the team will face strong competition from Lyon in the coming weeks, including a crucial match at home against Marseille next weekend.

Despite the setback, PSG have not yet announced any plans to replace Kimpembe,Ligue 1 Express and it remains to be seen how long he will be out for. However, the club will likely need to find a replacement quickly if they want to keep up their title challenge, especially with the likes of Kylian Mbappe and Neymar also potentially facing injuries or suspensions.

In the meantime, PSG fans may take comfort in the fact that the club has a number of talented defenders, including Thilo Kehrer and Thiago Silva, who can step into the void left by Kimpembe. But ultimately, the loss of such a key player is always a blow for any football team, and PSG will need to navigate this difficult situation carefully in order to maintain their title hopes.

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