Real Madrid relieved as Kylian Mbappe avoids knee surgery after France scare | OneFootball

Real Madrid have been spared a major blow after Kylian Mbappe avoided knee surgery following a scare on France duty. The club are monitoring his recovery while weighing up their attacking options for a busy run.

AS reports that the forward suffered a hyperextension of the posterior capsule in his left knee and began recovery work at Valdebebas. He stopped playing after scoring against Türkiye last Friday, a decision that helped prevent a more serious problem.

Madrid had been in constant contact with the French federation and initially feared an operation. Tests instead indicated an absence of 10 to 12 days, and Mbappe started rehabilitation on Monday before continuing today.

In theory he could be available when La Liga resumes against Villarreal on 10 October at the Santiago Bernabeu. Jose Mourinho is considering whether to hold him back, given two demanding away matches follow, at Roma on 14 October then at Camp Nou for El Clasico on 25 October.

With their talisman sidelined, the staff have up to four ways to reshuffle. Mourinho could stick with the shape and use Espi instead of Mbappe, although he sees the Under-21 forward as more of a classic striker.

Another option is Jude Bellingham as a false nine, as under Carlo Ancelotti, which would free Arda Guler to operate behind him alongside Diomande on the right. Madrid insist Mbappe will not return with any discomfort, and Mourinho will trial alternatives in the coming days.

Source: Goal.com

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