Kylian Mbappe Misses France Training Ahead of Nations League Clash
Real Madrid and France face concern as Kylian Mbappe misses training ahead of the UEFA Nations League match against Italy, raising doubts over his participation at San Siro.
Real Madrid and the French national team are facing mounting concerns after captain Kylian Mbappe missed Wednesday's final training session ahead of the UEFA Nations League clash against Italy at San Siro.
The French Football Federation clarified that the star forward is not injured and remained in the gym for recovery, yet Spanish media reported that he underwent intensive physiotherapy, casting serious doubts over his availability in Milan.
Growing Injury Crisis in Madrid
These developments have triggered alarm bells at Santiago Bernabeu, especially following news of midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni suffering a groin injury during international duty and returning to the Spanish capital.
For French coach Zinedine Zidane, the situation compounds an already severe injury crisis ahead of matches against Italy and Turkey, having already lost Marcus Thuram and Pierre Kalulu to hamstring issues.
"We are monitoring his condition closely and will make a final decision ahead of the match, prioritizing the player's long-term fitness over any risks.»
Tactical Dilemma for Les Bleus
With Ousmane Dembele also sidelined for this international window, Zidane had planned to deploy Mbappe as a central striker at San Siro, shifting him from his usual left-wing position.
Real Madrid's medical staff remains in constant contact with their French counterparts, anxiously awaiting medical updates as the clock ticks toward kickoff in Milan.
