Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe has been hospitalized during the Club World Cup, casting significant doubt over his availability for the remainder of the tournament.
Mbappe had missed Real Madrid’s opening match of the tournament on Wednesday due to an illness.
An update from the club on Thursday confirmed Mbappe has been admitted to hospital with Gastroenteritis, a stomach bug characterised by diarrhoea and vomiting.
‘Our player Kylian Mbappe is suffering from an acute case of gastroenteritis and has been admitted to hospital in order to undergo a series of tests and follow the appropriate course of treatment.’ a statement read.
Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso had been asked about Mbappe’s condition following their 1-1 draw against Al-Hilal.
Alonso was cautious in predicting whether Mbappe would be available for their second group match on Sunday
‘We´ll have to see how he feels,’ Alonso said.
‘The last day he went through significant viral issues, so we´ll have to wait and assess closer to the game.’
Real Madrid will face Mexican side Pachuca in their second match of the tournament, with Alonso hoping for an improved performance.
Los Blancos will then face Red Bull Salzburg in their final group match on June 26.
