✅ Mbappé named in Real Madrid squad for City clash | OneFootball

The anticipation was at its peak, but the news has surpassed all the rumors.

Kylian Mbappé has been officially included in the Real Madrid squad for the crucial Champions League match against Manchester City, which will take place tonight at 21:00 (CET) at the Santiago Bernabéu.

The French forward, who did not train yesterday, was the big question mark. His presence on the squad list, under the orders of coach Xabi Alonso, is a real bombshell.

However, the Basque coach will also have to deal with significant absences. In addition to the already known absence of Dean Huijsen, Eduardo Camavinga—a key pillar in midfield—will also be missing.

This sensitive absence forces Xabi Alonso to restructure the midfield and rely on other players to control the pace of the match. The Madrid coach has had to call up several youth players to reinforce the squad due to various absences.

In the defensive line, names such as Joan Martínez and Valdepeñas stand out, while in midfield the promising Diego Cestero has been included.

Real Madrid will be looking to win at home against Pep Guardiola's Manchester City, who will now have to face a top-level unpredictable factor.

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