Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappé has sustained a muscle injury, raising concerns about the forward's availability for the upcoming derby against Atlético Madrid. Mbappé, who has been performing exceptionally well since his high-profile transfer from Paris Saint-Germain, has scored seven goals in nine matches across all competitions. The 25-year-old was substituted in the 80th minute of the 3-2 victory over Deportivo Alavés at the Bernabéu on Tuesday and appeared to indicate discomfort in his thigh as he left the field.
"Following tests conducted today on Kylian Mbappé, he has been diagnosed with an injury to the biceps femoris in his left leg," stated a club announcement. "His recovery will be closely monitored." Spanish media outlets have reported that the France captain is likely to miss Sunday's match at the Metropolitano. Real Madrid currently sits in second place in LaLiga, one point behind leaders Barcelona, who have a game in hand and will face second-bottom Getafe later on Wednesday evening.
