Real Madrid’s forward Kylian Mbappe faces uncertainty regarding his participation in the upcoming Clasico scheduled for May 10, following an official announcement from the club on Monday that he has suffered a thigh injury. This development raises concerns about the availability of the French international for one of the most anticipated fixtures in the football calendar.
Details of Mbappe’s Injury and Its Implications
According to a statement released by Los Blancos, the diagnosis revealed damage to the semitendinosus muscle located in Mbappe’s left thigh. The injury occurred during Madrid’s 1-1 draw against Real Betis in the Spanish La Liga last Friday, when the France captain was forced to leave the pitch prematurely due to discomfort.
At present, Real Madrid holds the second spot in the Spanish top division, trailing the leader by 11 points, a gap that underscores the importance of each match as the team battles to close the distance. Given Mbappe’s influential role within the squad, his fitness status will undoubtedly be closely monitored in the days leading up to the Clasico.