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Mbappé avoids surgery after knee injury, Real Madrid to manage his return cautiously
September 29, 2026 at 04:59 PM · Updated 17d ago
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Kylian Mbappé has escaped surgery after injuring his left knee with France, with Real Madrid planning a careful return to action.
- Mbappé sustained a hyperextension of the posterior capsule of his left knee while playing for France against Turkey on Friday, with an expected absence of 10–12 days.
- Tests confirmed surgery was not required after Mbappé stopped playing following pain he felt on his goal, averting a more serious injury.
- Mbappé began rehabilitation at Valdebebas on Monday, with Real Madrid in direct contact with the French federation's medical team.
- He could be available for the October 10 match against Villarreal, though coach José Mourinho is considering resting him.
- Real Madrid are confident Kylian Mbappé will be fit for the El Clásico against Barcelona at Camp Nou, a source said.



