Real Madrid have confirmed that forward Kylian Mbappé is a doubt for the upcoming El Clásico on May 10 after the French star picked up a thigh injury.
The club announced on Monday that the striker suffered a muscle problem in his left leg during their 1-1 La Liga draw against Real Betis on Friday, a match in which he was forced off due to discomfort.
“He has been diagnosed with an injury to the semitendinosus muscle in his left leg,” said Los Blancos in a statement, after the France captain went off hurt during Madrid’s 1-1 draw against Real Betis in La Liga last Friday.
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The setback casts uncertainty over his availability for a crucial run of fixtures, with Madrid currently sitting second in La Liga, 11 points behind leaders Barcelona.
Carlo Ancelotti’s side are scheduled to face Espanyol on Sunday before their highly anticipated clash with Barcelona the following weekend, a match that could have significant implications for the title race.