Overview
- Kylian Mbappé was left out of the Benfica second leg after a training flare-up, and Real Madrid advanced with a 2-1 win on the night and 3-1 on aggregate.
- Coach Álvaro Arbeloa said they hope he returns in days but warned it could take weeks, and the club has not disclosed specific medical details.
- Multiple reports say Mbappé has ruled out surgery and is pursuing rest and rehabilitation while consulting external specialists alongside the club’s medical team.
- The left-knee issue dates to December against Celta Vigo, and he has often played through discomfort, reportedly using painkillers, before pausing now for full recovery.
- Squad update: COPE reports Rodrygo is set to return for Monday’s Getafe match, while Jude Bellingham and other absentees remain out.