Arbeloa Backs Mbappe’s Sardinia Holiday Despite Injury Concerns

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Real Madrid coach Alvaro Arbeloa has publicly defended Kylian Mbappe after criticism over his Sardinia holiday while sidelined with a hamstring injury. Mbappe suffered the issue against Real Betis, and tests revealed a lesion in his left hamstring. Arbeloa stressed that all recovery plans are led by the club’s medical staff and that players can use their downtime as they see fit. With the crucial Clasico against Barcelona scheduled for May 10, Arbeloa expressed hope that both Mbappe and veteran defender Dani Carvajal will return before the season ends. In their absence, Vinicius Junior has taken a leading role, scoring twice in the win over Espanyol.

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