Real Madrid are confident that Kylian Mbappe does not need surgery on the broken nose that he suffered at Euro 2024, with rest all that he requires

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  The France international has finally completed a move to Santiago Bernabeu after several years of intense speculation. He has become the latest ‘Galactico’ addition for Blancos president Florentino Perez after leaving Paris Saint-Germain as a free agent.

  • Mbappe’s official unveiling in the Spanish capital drew a sell-out crowd, with fans desperate to get a glimpse of their new hero. He will, however, not be involved in Real’s pre-season tour of the United States – with no risks being taken on his fitness after European Championship duty.

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    DID YOU KNOW?

    The 25-year-old is also being given time to fully recover from the hefty blow to his face that was suffered on July 17 and left him sporting a protective mask. According to AS, Real’s medical team believe that no further action will be needed there, with an operation being avoided.

  • WHAT NEXT?

    It is claimed that Mbappe will join up with his new team-mates on August 8, when they return from the United States. That means his debut for the Champions League and La Liga title holders is being lined up for a UEFA Super Cup showdown with Europa League winners Atalanta on August 14.