Real Madrid feared Mbappé was going to need surgery -report

Real Madrid initially feared forward Kylian Mbappé would require surgery after suffering a knee injury while playing for France against Turkey, according to a report from AS. However, Mbappé avoided surgery, aided in part by his decision to exit the match immediately upon sustaining the knock.

The forward has been diagnosed with a hyper-extended knee and is expected to be available for Real Madrid's upcoming fixture against Villarreal. Madrid's coaching staff may still manage his playing time ahead of crucial away matches against Roma and Barcelona, with Carlos Espí or Jude Bellingham potential options to lead the attack if he rests.