An astonishing medical blunder has reportedly occurred involving Kylian Mbappé at Real Madrid. Following an injury, the French forward underwent medical examinations. Despite his discomfort, the club’s medical staff initially declared his knee perfectly healthy. The startling truth emerged: they had examined the wrong knee. Mbappé subsequently continued to play after a period of rest, unknowingly risking a more severe injury, before consulting a French doctor who uncovered the critical mistake.
Mbappé Injury: French Media Criticize ‘Catastrophic Diagnosis’
Mbappé’s injury, which initially occurred in early December, rapidly became a significant media story in both Spain and France. Reportedly, the player was dissatisfied with the initial medical assessment provided by Real Madrid’s staff, prompting him to seek a more thorough consultation in his home country. French journalist Daniel Riolo commented on the situation, stating that Mbappé sought examination from a leading knee specialist in France. Riolo suggested that a misdiagnosis had occurred in Madrid, as Mbappé was reportedly discontented and even angry. The French specialist allegedly concluded that the medical work performed in Madrid was substandard. Riolo’s strong remarks imply a criticism of the Blancos’ medical team’s performance.