Real Madrid superstar forward set to miss Italy vs France through hamstring issue

Real Madrid superstar forward set to miss Italy vs France through hamstring issue Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe is likely to miss France’s Nations League meeting with Italy on Thursday after missing Wednesday’s training session.  The France captain remained with the medical staff for treatment ahead of the trip to Milan, raising concerns over his availability for the upcoming international fixtures under Zinedine Zidane. According to reports from RMC Sport , Mbappe did not take part in the final team session before France’s departure. It is likely that neither France nor the player would want to take any risk considering his run and importance within the national team and Real Madrid setup.  France medical staff provide update on Mbappé The French forward remains under medical supervision, with the national team staff yet to provide a detailed explanation for his absence from training. The medical staff offered a cautious update on his condition, stating, “At the moment, he is receiving treatment (from medical staff/physios). “If necessary, we will provide further information later.” There had been hopes that Mbappe could return to the number nine position against Italy, particularly with Ousmane Dembele unavailable.  He had already endured a disrupted previous international gathering, making only one appearance under Zidane before his involvement was cut short by injury. His availability for Sunday’s meeting with Turkey also remains uncertain, although the French staff will hope to have their captain available for at least part of the remaining international break. Tchouameni already ruled out of both fixtures Mbappe is not the only Real Madrid player whose international involvement has been affected by fitness concerns.  Aurelien Tchouameni has already withdrawn from the France squad after suffering an adductor injury. Mbappe is suffering from hamstring discomfort. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images) The midfielder will miss both the Italy and Turkey matches and return to Madrid to continue his recovery.  His withdrawal comes as a major setback for Zidane, who has had to manage several fitness problems during his latest squad gathering. Real Madrid will monitor Mbappe’s condition closely For Real Madrid, the immediate priority will be understanding the extent of Mbappe’s problem and whether it could affect his availability after the international break. The forward has only recently returned to France duty following his previous injury, so the medical staff are unlikely to take unnecessary risks.  Simply put, a decision on his involvement against Turkey will depend on his condition and the assessment made before kick-off.