France: Kylian Mbappé absent from Les Bleus' training this Tuesday

Kylian Mbappé did not take part in France's training session at Clairefontaine this Tuesday. The France captain is suffering from a flu-like illness, according to L'Équipe.

For France's second training session under the direction of Zinédine Zidane, Les Bleus gathered on the pitch at Clairefontaine. Kylian Mbappé did not take part in the collective session.

While the other 22 players called up took to the pitch and met the supporters in attendance to sign autographs, the 27-year-old forward remained at the château. His absence is linked to a flu-like illness.

France's staff will therefore have to monitor the development of his condition over the coming hours. At this stage, no details have been provided regarding the length of his absence or his participation in the next training sessions.

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The France captain has 106 caps

Mbappé remains one of the senior figures in the French national team. The player has made 106 appearances and scored 66 goals for Les Bleus.

His absence comes at the start of this gathering, as France continue their preparations under Zidane. The captain's medical situation will therefore be closely monitored ahead of the next international fixtures.

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