Kylian Mbappe face late fitness test ahead of Copa del Rey final

Kylian Mbappe‘s participation in the Copa del Rey final against Barcelona hangs in the balance after the French forward required a late fitness test on Saturday morning.

Mbappe has been experiencing ankle discomfort since facing Arsenal in the Champions League earlier this month and didn’t return to the squad against Getafe last time out.

Despite travelling to Seville with the rest of the squad, Mbappe’s fitness is still uncertain, and a decision on his availability is not expected until later on.

If Mbappe is unable to start the final, Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti may have to make significant changes to his lineup.

Madrid is tipped to line up in last season’s 4-4-2 diamond formation, which could see Jude Bellingham returning to a more advanced role in search of a fix to Madrid’s stuttering forward line.

Ancelotti’s tactics have been under scrutiny in recent months, and the pressure is on him to deliver a trophy.

Mbappe’s signing was a major coup for Real Madrid, but the team has struggled to find consistency this season.

With the Copa del Rey final offering a chance to win a meaningful trophy after Champions League elimination and La Liga disappointment, Mbappe’s availability could be crucial to Madrid’s chances.

The Copa del Rey final promises to be an intense and closely contested match, with both teams eager to claim the trophy.

If Mbappe is unable to start, Barcelona may sense an opportunity to exploit the weakness in Madrid’s attack. However, Madrid’s experience and depth could still prove decisive.

The outcome of the Copa del Rey final will have significant implications for Real Madrid’s season.

A win would provide a much-needed boost to the team’s morale and potentially save manager Carlo Ancelotti’s job.

On the other hand, a defeat could lead to increased pressure on Ancelotti and further scrutiny of the team’s tactics.