Kylian Mbappé did not take part in France's training session on the eve of the Nations League match against Italy, and the expectation is that he will miss the trip to San Siro. He is being kept in treatment, with a return against Türkiye next Sunday in Bordeaux the target.
France's team news before San Siro
Foot Mercato reported that the France captain had not trained earlier on Wednesday, while Alberto Pereiro said he had received medical attention and more information would follow if needed. Another report from the French press said the Real Madrid forward had stopped because of a muscle issue and that the coach did not want to take risks in the Nations League.
The uncertainty is not absolute, because multiple reports still frame his status as doubtful rather than officially ruled out. But the direction is clear enough: France are acting as if Italy vs France will come too soon for him.
Mbappé's club form puts the caution in context
The concern lands at a time when Mbappé has been carrying a heavy club load. He has made 16 appearances, scored 17 goals and added three assists for Real Madrid across all competitions this season.
He has also posted 13 league goals in 12 La Liga appearances, with 12 league outings overall. Those numbers do not change the immediate question for France, but they do explain why any hamstring or muscle discomfort is being handled carefully. Aurélien Tchouaméni is also unwell and could pull out for the rest of the camp, which leaves France with another check on their squad depth before the first game of the break.
France's next fixture is away to Italy on 12 November at 19:45 UTC, and the home match against Türkiye follows on 15 November in Bordeaux.
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