Doubt Surrounds Mbappé's Participation for Real Madrid Against Benfica Due to Renewed Knee Injury

French press reports indicate that striker Kylian Mbappé was forced to leave Real Madrid's training session on Tuesday due to a recurrence of pain in his left knee, casting significant doubt on his participation in the second leg of the Champions League playoff against Benfica.

These developments come as the Spanish club's management is beginning to realize that the player's physical problem has not been fully resolved, according to L'Equipe newspaper.

The injury's origins trace back to December 7, when Mbappé sustained a strong blow during a match against Celta Vigo. MRI scans at the time revealed an injury to the external collateral ligament, which typically required a recovery period of at least three weeks.

Despite medical recommendations, the French star returned to play just 11 days after the original injury, pressured by the high-stakes competitions Real Madrid is involved in.

Real Madrid's management is currently considering giving the player a mandatory rest period of at least ten days, regardless of his availability for the Benfica match, to avoid any future complications that could jeopardize his season.

Consequently, this decision could lead to Mbappé missing upcoming La Liga matches against Getafe and Celta Vigo, in an effort to provide sufficient time for a complete recovery from this recurring issue.

Real Madrid enters the second leg of the continental competition with a slight advantage after winning the first leg by a single goal, but the potential absence of their star striker could pose new tactical challenges for the coaching staff.

Medical teams are currently monitoring the evolution of the player's left knee condition to ensure the injury, which is now troubling the club's plans at this competitive stage, does not worsen.