“Mbappé out of the next three games for Real Madrid due to a knee injury.”

In a development that is shaking the football world, the French press, notably L’Equipe, has reported that Kylian Mbappé, the dazzling star of Real Madrid, is preparing for a significant layoff due to persistent knee pain. The French forward, who has been dealing with this injury since December, was forced to accelerate his return for the Spanish Supercup, but his condition appears to have worsened.

Recently, Real Madrid has been going through a transition phase, with a new coach at the helm. Despite his desire to help the club, Mbappé has been struggling with relentless pain, and this pressure has proven unsustainable. Concerns were raised when the player had to interrupt training ahead of the scheduled clash against Benfica, which raised red flags about his availability.

The news is now clear: Mbappé will not only miss the UEFA Champions League match against Benfica, but he will also be absent from the next two La Liga matches against Getafe and Celta de Vigo. The situation is becoming increasingly critical, as there is uncertainty regarding his participation in the round of 16 of the Champions League, scheduled for March 10-11, should Real Madrid progress in the competition.

Coach Álvaro Arbeloa was determined to have Mbappé available for the clash against Benfica, even stating that the forward was ready for the challenge. However, examinations conducted this afternoon revealed that Mbappé’s knee situation is far from resolved. With the future in mind, both the club and the player recognized the need for a break.

Real Madrid is not willing to risk long-term complications regarding the health of their star player, especially with the World Cup approaching. Thus, Mbappé will be sidelined for at least ten days, meaning he will miss three crucial matches — and this recovery period may be extended. The impact of Mbappé’s absence will be felt, not only in the team’s performance but also in the expectations of fans eager to see their idol in action.