Reports have confirmed that French star Kylian Mbappe will remain on the French national team roster in preparation for their friendly matches in the United States against Brazil on March 26 and Colombia on March 29, during the international break before the World Cup, despite suffering from a knee sprain that prevents him from playing at full capacity.

According to "L'Équipe" newspaper, Mbappé's presence on the American tour does not necessarily mean he will participate in the matches. It is largely due to commercial commitments with Nike and other sponsors, as his absence could result in significant financial losses.

The player's entourage clarified that he will continue with conservative treatment to avoid surgical intervention for now, but his optimal readiness before the World Cup at the end of the current season cannot be guaranteed.

The newspaper added that Mbappe has set his sights on participating in and winning the World Cup. Therefore, he decided to be cautious and avoid the risk of aggravating his injury, even if it means missing important matches with his club, Real Madrid, in the UEFA Champions League this season.

The French national team, led by Didier Deschamps, aims to ensure that Mbappé reaches the World Cup in the best physical condition, as he is the team captain, the second-highest scorer in the history of the French team, and one of the team's essential pillars that cannot be replaced, especially after a previous nose injury affected his participation in the last Euro.

Mbappé's attendance at the American tour at the end of this March remains almost certain, but he may limit himself to the medical and commercial aspects, focusing on his full recovery before the World Cup, to avoid recurring knee problems that could threaten his participation in the biggest tournament at the national team level.