The French forward has delivered goals and decisive performances throughout the season, but this season has been dominated by uncertainty surrounding his knee woes.

Real Madrid's preparations for their crucial Champions League round of 16 clash against Manchester City have suffered another major setback. Young defender Carreras has sustained a calf injury, joining key players like Mbappe,

After criticism from the media and fans, a La Liga legend has defended Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe.

After the match against CD Osasuna, Kylian Mbappé was diagnosed with a sprain in his left knee, which would rule him out of France’s upcoming matches. Despite this, he has reportedly made a surprising decision regarding the national team for a clear reason.

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The current injury situation with Kylian Mbappé could be a concern for French head coach Didier Deschamps.

As the club navigates a demanding stretch of fixtures, head coach Alvaro Arbeloa has attempted to reassure supporters that progress is being made.