Kylian Mbappé out of the Real Madrid-Benfica match: May need surgery.

Kylian Mbappé, the star of Real Madrid, has been officially ruled out of the decisive clash against Benfica in the second leg of the Champions League play-off, following a further aggravation of the knee problem that has been troubling him for the past few months. The absence of the French prodigy is not only bad news for fans but also poses a significant challenge for Álvaro Arbeloa’s team, which has already struggled without its star forward.

“Mbappé left training with the injury worsening again,” revealed coach Arbeloa, who had previously expressed optimism about the player’s return to the pitch. The impact of Mbappé’s absence has already been felt, as he did not participate in the Supercopa de España and missed the victory over Real Sociedad ten days ago. Despite having played 90 minutes in Lisbon during the first leg against Benfica, as well as against Osasuna, his physical condition has deteriorated, leading to the decision to exclude him from the squad for this crucial match.

But the bad news doesn’t stop here. According to Diario AS, Mbappe will also be unavailable for the match against Getafe this weekend. The French forward has decided to suspend his activities to definitively address his knee issues, with the aim of making a strong return for the clash against Celta de Vigo, scheduled for March 7. Mbappe’s focus is to be in top form for the knockout stage of the Champions League, should Real Madrid manage to progress.

The situation is concerning, as, according to the program El Chiringuito, if the condition of his knee does not improve, Mbappe may require arthroscopy. The pressure seems to be mounting on the 27-year-old, who, in addition to his commitments with the club, has his sights set on next summer’s World Cup. His decision to opt for conservative treatment reflects an attempt to balance his health with the demands of Real Madrid.

Arbeloa, in turn, expressed his gratitude for the effort that Mbappe has shown to play, even while facing discomfort. However, the reality is that the absence of the forward will have a significant impact on the aspirations of Real Madrid in the European competition, and fans are eagerly awaiting news about his health status. The team’s near future may depend on Mbappe’s ability to recover and return to his best at a time when every game counts.

With pressure mounting and expectations surrounding his recovery, all eyes will be on Kylian Mbappe in the coming weeks. His journey to recovery is a story that promises to be as thrilling as his performances on the field.