Mbappe Injury Worries Real Madrid, Tough Start for New Coach Arbelóa

Staff Report: PNN

Real Madrid is not enjoying a comfortable time. After losing the Super Cup title to Barcelona, the club changed coaches. Xabi Alonso stepped down, and former defender Alvaro Arbelóa was appointed as the new coach.

However, Arbelóa faces a major challenge right at the start. Star player Kylian Mbappe will miss the La Liga match against Levante due to a left knee injury. Although the pain is not severe, Real Madrid’s medical team is unwilling to take any risks.

According to club sources, Mbappe’s absence comes at a critical time, as every match is crucial for staying in the league title race. Los Blancos are currently four points behind Barcelona. Winning against Levante is considered essential.

Other key players, including defender Éder Militão, Antonio Rüdiger, and right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold, are also sidelined due to injuries. Consequently, forming a strong lineup has become a major challenge for the new coach. Arbelóa will have to overcome the injury crisis to guide the team back to victory.