Real Madrid dressing room raise concerns over key player’s ‘low tolerance for pain’ | OneFootball

A recent report from SPORT has shed light on an interesting perception forming around Kylian Mbappe in the Real Madrid dressing room.

The French forward is reportedly being seen as someone who is overly cautious when it comes to injuries, with some sources even labelling him as a ‘stretcher-bearer’.

Mbappe’s fitness was a major talking point ahead of Real Madrid’s recent clash against Atletico Madrid. There were significant concerns over his availability after he picked up an ankle injury against Rayo Vallecano.

Despite the initial doubts, it became evident that Carlo Ancelotti would have him available for selection.

Low tolerance

According to the outlet, the medical staff at Real Madrid believe that Mbappe is a player who has a particularly low tolerance for pain.

Within the squad, there is a feeling that he often voices his discomfort more than others, which has contributed to this perception of him being overly sensitive to injuries.

Given Mbappe’s status as a key figure in the team, the club takes every precaution to ensure he remains fit. His presence on the pitch significantly enhances Real Madrid’s attacking threat, making him indispensable to Ancelotti’s plans.

There is a certain perception about Mbappe in the dressing room. (Photo by Fran Santiago/Getty Images)

However, there have been moments when he has missed games due to injuries that some believe were minor.

Earlier this season, he was absent for the first round of La Liga matches against Atletico and Rayo due to a muscle issue that kept him sidelined for just six days.

This has fuelled the discussion about whether he is genuinely injury-prone or simply very aware of his physical limits.

But he has rarely been sidelined

Despite these debates, the reality is that Mbappe has rarely been sidelined in his career.

His injury record shows that he has never been out for an extended period, with his longest absence being just one month during the 2019-20 season due to a muscular problem.

Since arriving at Real Madrid, he has missed only two matches, reinforcing the idea that his physical condition is not a major concern.

Like many top footballers, Mbappe may have a tendency to be extra cautious with his body, but his overall availability for selection has remained consistently high.

While some within the club may believe he has a low pain threshold, his impact on the pitch remains undeniable.