Mbappe's ankle issue casts doubt over Champions League derby appearance

According to Spanish outlet EFE, the Frenchman remains a doubt for the Champions League clash against Atletico due to an ankle knock sustained in last weekend's La Liga match against Rayo Vallecano.

The forward rested on Monday during the recovery session for starters at Real Madrid's training complex and began Tuesday's evening session away from the group, training separately in the gym and later doing individual work on the pitch.

Having missed the first Madrid derby of the season at the Metropolitano—where he has never played before—his presence on Wednesday will depend on how he responds in the final hours before the match.

Carlo Ancelotti is set to meet with the forward on matchday to assess his condition before making a final decision. For now, Mbappe will be included in the squad list, which Real Madrid will officially announce late on Tuesday.

Los Blancos will be looking to defend their 2-1 advantage from the first leg and secure a place in the Champions League quarter-finals.