Kylian Mbappe will be part of Real Madrid’s trip to Manchester for the second leg of the Champions League round of 16 against Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium.
The French star did not play in the first match, but is determined to support his teammates and contribute at the right moment.
Mbappe’s left knee has shown significant improvement after three weeks of focused rehabilitation. Although the injury is not fully healed, the progress has opened up the possibility of him participating.
Real Madrid’s medical staff decided on a conservative treatment, preferring physiotherapy and controlled exercises instead of surgical intervention.
Currently the Champions League’s top scorer with 13 goals in eight matches, Mbappe is expected to start on the bench, following the strategy he used in the match against Barcelona in Jeddah.
His mere presence in the stadium boosts the team’s morale, while the coach will only use him if necessary, prioritizing caution over risk and the goal of securing qualification for the quarterfinals.