Mbappe injury issues are rising in Real Madrid because the French player was excluded in the vital match in the Champions League against Benfica. The player has constant left knee discomfort, which caused the club to omit him in the squad, raising new questions on his immediate availability.
The striker has not been completely fit over the past few weeks. He has been dealing with inflammation in one of the ligaments of his left knee that had begun in December. No elaborate medical report has been issued but it is evident that the problem has not been completely cured. According to the sources near the club, he has been functioning at a rate of just 60 to 70 percent of his physical abilities.
Mbappe also played 90 minutes against Osasuna and also in Lisbon in Benfica. But he had no sharpness in his movement. He also did not play the match with Real Sociedad this is an indicator that the discomfort had already become acute. Although he tried to pass through the pain, the medical team and player themselves thought that he needed rest.
Mbappe was praised by Head coach Alvaro Arbeloa on his professionalism and commitment. He emphasized the fact that the player wanted to stand by the team despite his physical difficulties. But this time, caution won. Now, with the world cup just around in the next summer, long-term fitness is the thing to focus on.
In the case of Real Madrid, it is a significant blow to the campaign in the Champions League. The squad now has to make do without their greatest attacking threat. The fans will wish that the Mbappe injury incident will be just a short break that will not lead to a prolonged absence.
