What is keeping Kylian Mbappe at risk of missing Real Madrid vs Atletico Madrid | OneFootball

According to an update shared by Sergio Quirante, it has come to light that Kylian Mbappe picked up a knock during the first half of their match against Rayo Vallecano.

The French forward continued playing despite feeling discomfort in his right ankle during the second half, raising concerns about his availability for the upcoming Madrid derby against Atletico Madrid.

To determine the extent of the issue, Mbappe is set to undergo medical tests today. The club remains hopeful that he will recover in time for the crucial fixture, but there is no absolute certainty yet regarding his participation.

His absence from the squad would be a significant blow, given his importance in Real Madrid’s attacking setup.

Problems at Real Madrid

At present, Real Madrid are taking a cautious approach. Mbappe was unable to join his teammates in full training on Tuesday, opting instead for an individual session in the gym before doing light work on the pitch.

This precautionary measure suggests that the club is not willing to take unnecessary risks with his fitness ahead of such an important game.

Mbappe picked up a knock against Rayo Vallecano. (Photo by Denis Doyle/Getty Images)

Despite these concerns, the overall mood within the club remains positive. Real Madrid believe that if the test results do not reveal any serious injury, the forward could still feature in the starting eleven against Atletico.

Waiting for test results

Interestingly, the final decision will depend on how his ankle responds to treatment in the hours leading up to the match.

In an unusual move, Real Madrid have also delayed the official squad announcement, which is typically made after the last training session.

Instead, they are waiting until the day of the match to confirm the final list, likely to give Mbappe every possible chance to prove his fitness.

Whether he plays or not, Real Madrid are preparing for all possible scenarios as they aim to secure a crucial victory against their city rivals.