BREAKING: Kylian Mbappe has suffered an INJURY to the femoral biceps in his left leg and will be out for 3 weeks

Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe faces a spell on the sidelines due to a thigh injury he recently sustained. The coveted France international, who made headlines by joining the prestigious Spanish club in the summer after his contract with Paris St-Germain expired, had been enjoying a productive start to the season. He scored a crucial goal in Real Madrid’s 3-2 win against Deportivo Alaves on Tuesday, demonstrating his ability to influence matches significantly. However, this performance was cut short as he was substituted after 80 minutes.

After the match, Real Madrid’s coach, Carlo Ancelotti, provided some insights into Mbappe’s condition, stating, “He’s fine – a little overloaded. He asked me for the change to avoid problems.” This suggests that while Mbappe was performing well, there were concerns about his physical condition, prompting the decision to substitute him as a precautionary measure.

The club then provided an update on Wednesday, revealing that “following tests,” the 25-year-old has been diagnosed with an injury to the biceps femoris in his left leg. This type of injury can be quite common among athletes, particularly in high-intensity sports like football, and it often requires careful management to prevent further issues. Real Madrid indicated that Mbappe’s progress will be closely monitored as he begins his recovery.

This setback comes at a critical time for Real Madrid, as they will be facing a series of challenging fixtures. They are set to play an away league match against Atletico Madrid on Sunday, an encounter that is always highly anticipated given the fierce rivalry between the two clubs. Shortly after that, they will face Lille in the Champions League, followed by another critical match against Villarreal in the Spanish top flight. These matches will be essential for the team’s performance in both domestic and European competitions.

Before his injury, Mbappe had been in fine form, having scored six goals in seven games for the Bernabeu club. His contributions were proving vital for Real Madrid’s ambitions this season, and his absence will undoubtedly be felt by the team as they aim to maintain their competitive edge in the league and cup competitions. As fans and analysts keep a close watch on his recovery, the hope is that Mbappe will return to the pitch swiftly, ready to continue showcasing his exceptional talent.