Kylian Mbappe sparked injury fears when sitting out a training session with France, but he is not considered to be a Euro 2024 fitness doubt.
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World Cup winner is another 'Galactico'Focused on international matters for nowHas picked up a minor back problemWHAT HAPPENED?
The World Cup winner, who recently completed his long-awaited move to Real Madrid as a free agent, is expected to play a leading role for his country at this summer’s European Championship. He will, however, need to be clear of any knocks in order to perform at his best.
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Mbappe took no part in a workout session alongside the rest of his French team-mates on Saturday, leading to reports that he had picked up a muscle problem. Didier Deschamps is already having to contend with knocks to Kingsley Coman, Aurelien Tchouameni and Adrien Rabiot.
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According to , Mbappe is nursing a back complaint. He is considered to have sat out training ahead of a friendly clash with Canada as a precaution. There is still a chance that he will figure in France’s latest fixture, with a “last-minute decision” set to be made.
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No risks will be taken with the World Cup winner, who is now captain of his country. There are said to be no concerns regarding his involvement at Euro 2024, with France due to open their quest for continental glory against Austria on June 17.