Real Madrid superstar’s recovery routine sparks speculation amid Mourinho’s rules

Real Madrid superstar’s recovery routine sparks speculation amid Mourinho’s rules Kylian Mbappe has been the standout performer for Real Madrid this season, but the Frenchman is currently sidelined after picking up a knee injury on international duty. The striker has been carrying out his recovery away from Madrid, a decision that has raised a few eyebrows. And it has led to some drawing a link with Jose Mourinho’s recent comments on player conduct. Mbappe’s recovery away from Valdebebas According to Diario SPORT , while most of Mbappe’s injured teammates have continued their rehabilitation at Valdebebas, the Frenchman has instead followed his own plan outside the Spanish capital. Mbappe, who left the France camp during the break due to a hyperextension of his left knee, has been documenting his recovery on social media. On Sunday, he posted stories showing himself running on a treadmill and riding a bike, with the lyrics “Who is very bad? The bad guy” superimposed over the images. Flouting Mourinho’s rules? Mourinho is yet to get a hold of the Real Madrid dressing room. (Photo by Francisco Macia/Getty Images) The posts have been interpreted in different ways depending on the context, with some linking them to recent remarks from Mourinho. The Portuguese had spoken a few weeks ago about activities he feels players should avoid. “You can’t go skiing in the mountains, you can’t ride a bike. If he does, even hiding from the club, I don’t care so much about contracts, but about the image you give,” Mourinho had said. “You fall off the bike and you can miss three games, or even worse, you can break a leg. You may just take a hit, but that can get worse and take you away from your best,” he added. Given that backdrop, the sight of Mbappe cycling as part of his recovery inevitably invited speculation from sections of the fanbase. However, it is worth stressing that Mbappe travelled to Paris and Switzerland with the club’s permission . Mbappe is expected to return to action when Real Madrid resume their campaign. With the team trailing Barcelona by six points, the Frenchman’s performances will be key when the season restarts.