Amid the rumors about the injury, Kylian Mbappé appears to be recovering his physical form, opening the possibility of his return against Manchester City. Nevertheless, his potential comeback could trigger a dispute between Real Madrid and France over the upcoming friendlies.

The club confirmed that Mbappe will not take part in the match, a decision that immediately raised questions across the soccer world.

With the Spanish club entering a crucial phase of the season, head coach Alvaro Arbeloa has provided a fresh update on the French star’s condition after he was ruled out of the upcoming La Liga match against Elche.

In a campaign filled with elite attacking talent — including stars like Kylian Mbappe, Robert Lewandowski, Harry Kane, and Erling Haaland — Courtois has quietly achieved something none of them have managed so far.

One of the biggest talking points ahead of kickoff revolves around the absence of Kylian Mbappe, whose unexpected omission has raised serious questions about Madrid’s chances in one of the most anticipated ties of the tournament.

Real Madrid and the France national team reportedly have different views on what Kylian Mbappe should do in his recovery, with the 2026 FIFA World Cup on the horizon.

Ahead of the first leg in Madrid, the focus has shifted to the fitness of two of the tie’s biggest stars, Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland.

After his knee injury, the condition of Kylian Mbappé has been surrounded by uncertainty, with talk even emerging about a serious injury. In response to this, coach Álvaro Arbeloa shared a positive update on the Frenchman, sparking hope among the fans.

After winning the Champions League last season, PSG star Vitinha addressed the key difference between the current squad and the team when the attacking trio of Lionel Messi, Neymar, and Kylian Mbappé were still part of it.

After Real Madrid's lackluster performances, Rodri Hernández's potential arrival from Manchester City was considered as a solid midfield reinforcement. Nevertheless, Kylian Mbappé's team reportedly ruled out pursuing him, opting instead for a young Premier League talent.

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.

Spanish soccer is preparing for a nostalgic celebration unlike anything the league has attempted before. Yet even before the initiative begins, attention has already shifted toward the absence of some of the sport’s brightest stars.

Real Madrid are set to face Celta Vigo in La Liga, and Kylian Mbappe is not part of the squad.

Thinking ahead of the 2026 World Cup, France national team has reportedly taken a decision on Kylian Mbappé’s presence in the upcoming March international window.

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