Kylian Mbappé aims to be available for next Wednesday’s match against Manchester City. The evolution of his knee sprain has been positive in recent days, although the lack of time still raises doubts about his presence.
Although the initial plan was for him to return for the second leg at the Etihad… the French forward’s intention was always to arrive in time to play the first match of the tie.
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Kylian Mbappé’s knee is better | Getty Images
However, after spending a few days in Paris, the Frenchman has different feelings and is rushing his return. The medical staff at Madrid are waiting to see how he responds in the two sessions before the match against Pep Guardiola’s team.
The only condition for him to get minutes is that he doesn’t feel pain and that he responds well in weight-bearing exercises and in contact with other players.
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In that context, the French newspaper has released information that sets off the alarm in Valdebebas: Mbappé will be part of the March international break.
Didier Deschamps’s national team will play against Brazil (March 26) and Colombia (March 29) in the United States. What happens is that the American tour is driven by Nike, the main sponsor of both the French Football Federation and Mbappé, who has just renewed his contract.
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Kylian Mbappé is Real Madrid’s star | Getty Images
This agreement guarantees the Federation more than 100 million euros per year until 2034, and the brand expects to have its captain as the central figure of the tour.
The aforementioned outlet clarifies that, if Mbappé doesn’t travel, the Federation will suffer a significant financial loss. For that reason, the interest lies in Mbappé traveling.
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Mbappé wants to be present at the Madrid-Manchester City Champions League match | Getty Images
A decision that opens a conflict of interest between the French national team and Real Madrid. The white club believes that the best option is for the footballer to stay in Valdebebas to continue his conservative treatment.
Madrid is putting a lot at stake in this stretch of the season and needs the Frenchman in the best possible condition.
Concern for his knee
In France, nobody can say for sure that Mbappé will arrive in top condition for the World Cup. For that reason, and despite the fact that he will travel to the United States, the idea is that he won’t play any match so as not to put pressure on his knee.
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In France, there is concern about Mbappé’s knee | Getty Images
The reality is that, since there is no specific date for medical clearance, it’s impossible to determine in what condition he will travel to the American tour.
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