According to the latest news provided by AS, there are growing concerns about Kylian Mbappe after he continues to develop knee discomfort.
The Real Madrid striker has been dealing with a left knee sprain since December, with the problem first arising after the game against Celta Vigo in early December.
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Although the club confirmed the injury at the time, there has been no further official medical update since.
What’s going on now?
Mbappe has often played through this discomfort over the past few months, sometimes deciding on his own whether he is ready to play.
However, on the eve of the Champions League tie against Benfica, warning signs reportedly intensified.
The striker felt the problem again during training in Valdebebas on Tuesday. The latest setback has prompted him to take a more cautious approach.
The above-mentioned media mentioned that Mbappe now chooses to pause and seek a clearer diagnosis rather than continue to control the pain game by game.
Mbappe will not undergo surgery. (Photo by Jose Manuel Alvarez Rey/Getty Images)
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One of the major uncertainties remains determining the exact source of recurring discomfort.
Attempts at full recovery did not have the desired effect, and the problem lasted longer than expected.
The World Cup is around the corner
A major complicating factor in this situation is the upcoming World Cup. Any surgery would put him at serious risk of playing for the French national team.
At present, Mbappe is not willing to take this step. Instead, he is continuing conservative treatment, which means he will not undergo surgery.
The length of his absence is unclear. But what is clear is that returning prematurely is no longer an option.
Real Madrid need Mbappe to be at his best, not suffer through injuries.
The focus for everyone involved is to find a long-term solution to get him back to his level without risking further setbacks.