What happened
Real Madrid interim boss Álvaro Arbeloa said he does not know whether Kylian Mbappé will feature again this season. Asked directly about the forward's availability, Arbeloa replied: "I don't know, we will see. We have two games left, we will see how he evolves." The comments leave Mbappé's status open as Madrid close out the campaign.
Why it matters
The uncertainty matters because Mbappé is Madrid's headline summer signing and his fitness shapes squad planning into next season. It also extends a storyline that has dogged the club in recent weeks, including Arbeloa's earlier defense of Mbappé's holiday trip during recovery. With Arbeloa himself non-committal on his own future amid Mourinho return rumors, the messaging around the squad has grown increasingly cautious.
What to watch
Watch Real Madrid's matchday squad announcements over the final two fixtures for any sign of Mbappé's inclusion. Further clarity on his recovery and on Arbeloa's own status is likely once the season closes.