Kylian The French striker continued to play in important matches despite signs of inflammation in his left knee.
He felt his first discomfort after the 2-0 defeat to Celta of Vigo by La Liga, on December 7, 2025. Apesar In addition, Mbappé played the 90 minutes in three subsequent appointments before the error in the diagnosis was corrected.
- Correct examination revealed a partial rupture of the posterior ligament of the left knee.
- Real Madrid released a medical report on December 31 describing the case as a knee sprain.
- The treatment adopted since then was conservative, with no indication for surgery.
Initial mistake in medical diagnosis
The failure in the initial exam allowed Mbappé to remain on the field for a few more games. Fontes close to the club confirmed that the attacker had recurring complaints in his left knee, but the first report did not identify changes because the image captured was of the opposite leg.
He traveled to Paris to seek a second opinion from French experts. The new tests, carried out under the supervision of the Real Madrid medical services, confirmed the diagnosis of a sprain in the left knee and validated the recovery plan already in progress. Mbappé resumed training with reduced load and returned to acting as a substitute in recent commitments.
Gradual return to the pitch
Mbappé entered the final minutes of the Supercopa Espanha final against Barcelona in January. Nos following months, he participated in eight of the next ten games and scored nine goals, showing good form when the discomfort subsided.
The striker lost five consecutive matches in March, including the duel against Getafe. Ele traveled again to Paris to reinforce the treatment and reappeared on the bench in the victory over Manchester City by Champions League, on March 18, when he played for 21 minutes. Três days later, against Atlético of Madrid, he came on in the 26th minute of the 3-2 victory.
Statements by the attacker about the physical situation
Mbappé denied speculation about the greater severity of the injury during a promotional event at França. Ele stated that the knee is fine and has fully recovered after the precise diagnosis obtained in Paris.
The Frenchman highlighted that he heard a lot of unfounded information, but guaranteed that he was 100% recovered for the end of the season with the Real Madrid and for the preparation of the French team towards the Copa of the Mundo. Ele continues with França in the Estados Unidos for friendlies against Brasil and Colômbia.
Current situation and daily monitoring
Coach Álvaro Arbeloa has adopted a cautious approach, evaluating the player’s physical condition day by day. Mbappé trains with load restrictions to avoid worsening the condition in the left knee.
Real Madrid faces a series of injuries to the squad, which increases the attention on the medical department. The plan remains conservative, focusing on full recovery without surgical intervention. The attacker must be closely monitored during date Fifa.
Mbappé’s performance in the season
Despite the interruptions, Mbappé equaled Cristiano Ronaldo’s record for goals in a calendar year for the club, with 59 goals in 2025.
The club maintains secrecy regarding the internal details of the case, but sources indicate that the error in the initial examination did not irreversibly compromise the structure of the knee. The full return depends on developments in the coming days.
Context of conservative treatment
The official bulletin from Real Madrid reinforced that the tests on Paris confirmed the sprain and the adequacy of treatment without surgery. Especialistas followed the process to ensure the best possible evolution.
Mbappé has alternated periods of discomfort with days of greater comfort, which explains his cautious management of minutes on the field. The coaching staff prioritizes physical integrity for the remainder of the season.
Presence on date Fifa
The striker traveled with the French team for friendlies in the Estados Unidos. Ele should be listed for the duel against Brasil on Wednesday and against Colômbia on Saturday.
Participation in the games serves both to gain rhythm and for final tests before fully returning to Real Madrid. Monitoring remains rigorous to prevent relapses.
Importance of the case for the club
The episode exposes the need for stricter protocols in the Real Madrid medical department. The club experienced turbulence with recurring injuries throughout the season.
Mbappé remains the team’s technical reference. Sua full availability can be decisive in the final stretches of La Liga and Champions League.
