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Kylian Mbappe injury: Real Madrid set clear plan with El Clasico in focus
Real Madrid are looking beyond Kylian Mbappe’s immediate return and towards the fixture that matters most at the end of October.
According to SPORT, the club’s priority is to have Mbappe fully fit for the Clasico against Barcelona on October 25, rather than rushing him back for every match before then.
The France international is currently recovering from a knee problem sustained during the international break.
Real Madrid’s medical report confirmed hyperextension of the posterior capsule of his left knee, with an expected recovery period of around 10 to 14 days.
Mbappe’s absence from Valdebebas causes reaction
Mbappe was back in the spotlight recently after being seen entering a nightclub in Paris with his partner, Ester Exposito.
The images triggered criticism from some Real Madrid fans, particularly because the forward has not been completing his recovery at Valdebebas in the same way as some of his teammates have done.
However, the club has no apparent concerns over the situation because as reported before, the player has the club’s permission, meaning there is no indication that Mbappe has breached any instructions regarding his recovery.
That leaves the focus on when he should return to competitive action.
Real Madrid will not risk Mbappe before Barcelona clash
On paper, Mbappe could be available for the league meeting with Villarreal on October 10, as his expected recovery timeline would put him in contention for that fixture.
However, that does not necessarily mean Mourinho will use him.
Real Madrid’s planning is being influenced by the Clasico, with the club keen to ensure Mbappe reaches the October 25 meeting at the Spotify Camp Nou in full condition.
His workload could therefore be managed carefully in the weeks leading up to the game.
That may mean starting the Villarreal match on the bench or potentially being left out altogether if there is any concern over his fitness.
The Clasico already carries significant importance for Real Madrid, as Barcelona currently sit six points ahead of them, meaning the meeting in Catalonia could have a major impact on the early La Liga picture.
Real Madrid youngster Endrick continues to attract interest from several clubs ahead of another potential loan move in the upcoming January transfer window.
The latest side considering a move for the Brazilian forward is Aston Villa.
Indeed, according to reports relayed by Bernabeu Digital, the Premier League club are interested in signing the Real Madrid striker on loan in January.
No minutes for Endrick
Endrick has had very limited opportunities under Jose Mourinho this season. Across Real Madrid’s nine matches in La Liga and the UEFA Champions League, the Brazilian has played just four minutes, coming on in the 86th minute against Elche.
Such limited playing time has left the young forward struggling to gain the minutes and experience needed to develop his talent at Real Madrid.
As such, another loan move, like last January when he left for Olympique Lyon, could offer him a chance to play more regularly and continue his progression.
Aston Villa, managed by Unai Emery, have now emerged as an interested party to acquire the Brazilian international’s services on loan for the second half of the season.
AC Milan also interested in Endrick
Howver, Aston Villa are not the only club monitoring Endrick’s situation. AC Milan have also renewed their interest in the Brazilian forward.
The Rossoneri already held an interest in the 20-year-old forward during the summer transfer window and are knocking on the doors once again now.
In fact, some reports in Italy even go on to suggest that the youngster is ready to pounce on the opportunity to sign for the Serie A giants.
For now, however, there have been no concrete developments or formal approaches from any interested club.
Real Madrid are understood to be open to allowing Endrick to leave on loan, but they are not considering a permanent sale as they still have a lot of faith in the promising attacker whom they signed from Palmeiras.
With Aston Villa and AC Milan both interested, the coming months could prove important in determining where the young Brazilian will continue his development.
