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'We can't take too many risks' - Mbappe workload a concern for PSG boss Tuchel

Thomas Tuchel will make a late call on Kylian Mbappe's fitness when Paris Saint-Germain travel to Montpellier on Wednesday.

Mbappe volleyed a superb winner – his 19th goal in 18 Ligue 1 games this season – as the runaway leaders triumphed 1-0 at Saint-Etienne on Sunday.

The absence of Neymar and Edinson Cavani due to respective foot and hip injuries have increased the burden on Mbappe over recent weeks, with the youngster excelling under the responsibility.

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Yet, speaking at a pre-match news conference, Tuchel conceded he is wary of over-extending the 20-year-old.