Just days before one of the biggest matches of the season, Real Madrid are facing growing uncertainty over the fitness of Kylian Mbappe ahead of the decisive El Clasico clash against Barcelona.
The French superstar is now considered a serious doubt for Sunday’s encounter, with reports from El Mundo suggesting that his chances of featuring remain slim at this stage.
Mbappe has been sidelined since late April after suffering a thigh problem against Real Betis, and concerns within the club are continuing to increase as the match approaches.
Tests to follow
According to the latest information, the forward is expected to undergo further medical assessments over the coming days to determine whether he can recover in time.
However, the overall feeling around Valdebebas reportedly remains pessimistic.
The situation has become even more sensitive because of the importance of the upcoming fixture.
Real Madrid know that dropping points against Barcelona could effectively hand the La Liga title to their rivals, making Mbappe’s condition one of the biggest talking points in Spanish football right now.
Mbappe is a major doubt for El Clasico. (Photo by Adam Pretty/Getty Images)
Behind the scenes, there also appears to be growing frustration inside the dressing room.
Troubles in the dressing room
Reports claim some members of the Real Madrid squad are unhappy with how the situation has unfolded over the past week, especially following Mbappe’s trip to Italy during his recovery period.
The Frenchman reportedly spent several days away before returning to training facilities earlier this week to continue rehabilitation work.
While the trip itself generated major media attention, the bigger issue internally seems to be the perception surrounding the player’s priorities at such a crucial stage of the season.
Despite the noise surrounding the situation, Mbappe himself remains determined to recover as quickly as possible.
Real Madrid’s medical staff will continue monitoring him closely before a final decision is made regarding his availability for the Clasico.
