Real Madrid’s star forward, Kylian Mbappe, missed Tuesday’s training session as the Spanish giants prepare for a pivotal Champions League encounter against Manchester City on Wednesday.
The 26-year-old French striker sustained a finger injury during Real Madrid’s 2-1 defeat to Celta Vigo in La Liga on Sunday. According to club sources cited by AFP, Mbappe’s absence from training was due not only to the broken finger but also other discomfort he experienced during the match.
Mbappe’s potential unavailability for the clash with City is expected to be a major setback for head coach Xabi Alonso. Spanish media have reported that a loss in the Champions League match could place Alonso’s job in jeopardy, heightening the stakes for Real Madrid.
Despite the recent injury, Mbappe has been in sensational form this season, scoring 25 goals in 21 appearances across all competitions. The striker’s performances have made him central to Madrid’s attacking strategy, and his fitness will be closely monitored ahead of the high-profile fixture at the Santiago Bernabéu.
Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely on Wednesday to see whether the French international can recover in time to lead Real Madrid against one of Europe’s top clubs.
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