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Superstar forward could still return for El Clasico as Real Madrid refuse to give up hope

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At a crucial stage of the season, Real Madrid may have received a timely boost. Despite growing concerns around Kylian Mbappe’s fitness, the possibility of his return before the campaign concludes ...

Superstar forward could still return for El Clasico as Real Madrid refuse to give up hope At a crucial stage of the season, Real Madrid may have received a timely boost. Despite growing concerns around Kylian Mbappe’s fitness, the possibility of his return before the campaign concludes has not been ruled out, according to a report from Damian Casol . The French forward’s situation has been under intense scrutiny ever since he was forced off late in Madrid’s 1-1 draw against Real Betis.

His substitution in the 81st minute immediately raised alarms, especially given his importance to the team during the final stretch of the season. Soon after, reports began to circulate suggesting that Mbappe may have already played his last match of the campaign . For a player of his influence, that would have been a significant blow for Real Madrid ahead of the El Clasico.

However, those claims now appear premature. What’s the story? Fresh updates indicate that Real Madrid have not closed the door on his return.

Internally, there is still a belief that Mbappe could feature again this season, with particular focus on the upcoming El Clasico. Mbappe is not entirely out. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images) The club have confirmed that the forward is dealing with an injury to the semitendinosus muscle in his left leg, an issue that naturally requires careful management.