Preparing for a comeback. Will Mbappé play against Manchester City in the Champions League?

Real Madrid's star Kylian Mbappé is on the verge of returning to action and could boost the Spanish giants as soon as their upcoming Champions League clash against Manchester City. The 27-year-old forward will travel with the squad to England for the second leg of the Round of 16, according to AS.

The player himself fully understands the significance of this upcoming showdown and is eager to be involved at such a crucial point in the season. However, according to preliminary reports, he is expected to start on the bench and may come on as a substitute during the match.

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It's worth recalling that Mbappé has been dealing with a left knee issue since December. This injury has sidelined him for Real’s last five fixtures. The club’s medical staff opted for a conservative treatment plan, and after consultations, specialists concluded that surgery was unnecessary.

Over the past three weeks, the striker has undergone a rehabilitation program and worked intensively on his recovery. Still, doctors emphasize that any increase in workload should be approached with maximum caution.