Kylian Mbappé denied recent media reports claiming that Real Madrid examined the wrong knee following his injury sustained last year.
The French soccer star addressed the issue during a press conference in Boston on Wednesday.
Reports from the French show “After Foot” and various Spanish media suggested that the club initially scanned his right knee instead of the left one in December. Mbappé’s comments come ahead of France’s upcoming World Cup warmup matches against Brazil and Colombia.
Clarification on Injury Examination
Mbappé, who played throughout January, was sidelined for three and a half weeks before returning to the field. He stated, “The report that said that they (examined) the wrong knee is false,” emphasizing the importance of accurate information.
Communication with Real Madrid
The French forward acknowledged his role in the confusion, stating, “I am maybe responsible indirectly for this situation, because when you don’t communicate on what’s happening, it opens doors to others’ interpretations.” He expressed confidence in his communication with the club, affirming that they have “very clear communication.”
Upcoming Matches and Recovery
France is set to face Brazil on Thursday in Foxborough and Colombia on Sunday in Landover. Following his injury, Mbappé reported that his knee feels fine, having participated as a substitute in Real Madrid’s last two matches as he regains his form.
Reflecting on his recovery, he noted, “There was a lot of frustration, a lot of anger, and then also some anxiety at one point. I had reached a stage where I didn’t know what was wrong with me. I didn’t go through that period in the best way. I wasn’t the happiest player in the world. But I’m happy now because it’s truly behind me. It’s all gone.”