Arbeloa gives update about Mbappe’s injury ahead of UCL clash

Los Blancos boss Alvaro Arbeloa has provided a positive update on Kylian Mbappe’s injury situation as the team’s superstar battles a persistent knee problem.

With a crucial UCL match vs. Man City next week, Real Madrid’s head coach claimed the French’s recovery is firmly on track.

“I communicate with Kylian daily. Everything is under control with his knee injury as he feels better every day. That’s good news for our team and for him,” Arbeloa explained.

The Royal Club begins a crucial period of the campaign that will test the depth of the squad. The main question is whether the French superstar will be able to be on the pitch in the 2^nd leg of the UCL 1/8 phase vs. the Sky Blues.

Kylian and his entourage are worried about Los Blancos attempting to rush the forward back, a situation that can cause a long-term setback that might put his World Cup appearance with France at risk. With the 2^nd leg of the Champions League tie with Manchester City scheduled for March 17 in England, Mbappe is definitely under a lot of pressure to be in form for the clash.

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🚨 JUST IN: Kylian Mbappé’s availability vs Man City will depend on his day-to-day progress. Some days are better than others, but the recent trend is positive.

Mbappé is also highly determined to be fit for the game. @marca pic.twitter.com/Tq7rNnj0B1

— Madrid Zone (@theMadridZone) March 5, 2026