Kylian Mbappe’s status for the Copa del Rey final against Barcelona will be decided just hours before kickoff.
The Real Madrid star, recovering from an ankle injury picked up in the Champions League clash with Arsenal, will take a final fitness test on matchday morning in Seville, per reports from AS.
Though his condition has improved over the past few days, the club’s medical staff remains cautious. Concerns persist about whether Mbappe can handle the pace and pressure of a final against their biggest rivals. The Frenchman participated in a training session in Madrid before joining the squad en route to Seville, but the coaching team still hasn’t made a decision.
The uncertainty has added tension to Real Madrid’s preparations. If given the green light, Mbappe could play a pivotal role in what could be another chapter in his growing legacy at the club.
Critics have questioned his recent form, but the forward’s record in finals speaks volumes. He’s scored in every final for Madrid so far — a streak he’ll be eager to extend against Barcelona.
