Real Madrid warned France over Mbappe injury before Turkey match setback
Reports say Real Madrid alerted France's medical team about Kylian Mbappe's injury risk before he was hurt again against Turkey.
Key Takeaways
AIFrench newspaper L'Equipe has reported that Real Madrid warned the French national team's medical staff about striker Kylian Mbappe's injury status before the international break, but the warning appears to have gone unheeded.
Mbappe suffered an injury after scoring the winning goal in France's 1-0 victory over Turkey, which was the first match under new coach Zinedine Zidane on Friday. The report stated that Mbappe arrived at the Clairefontaine training camp last Monday already experiencing mild pain in the same area.
The newspaper added that Real Madrid shared all medical details with the French team's doctors, advising caution with the player and hoping Mbappe would be rested against Turkey. However, he played and aggravated the injury to his left knee—the same injury that sidelined him for several weeks last season.
Mbappe's expected absence and El Clasico concerns
Media reports indicate that Mbappe will be out for around two weeks and is expected to return when La Liga resumes after the international break. There are growing concerns he could miss the El Clasico clash against Barcelona scheduled for October 25.
Impact of the injury on Real Madrid
Mbappe is seen as key to Real Madrid's hopes of returning to the top after two trophyless seasons, despite the team's shaky start this year. Real Madrid currently trail leaders Barcelona by six points, having lost 2-1 to Atletico Madrid in the capital derby before the break, leaving them fourth in La Liga.
Real Madrid are set to play their first match after the break against Villarreal on October 10.