Kylian Mbappé has been included in Real Madrid 's matchday squad to play Manchester City in the Champions League on Wednesday, despite fitness concerns over the star forward.

Mbappé did not train with his teammates in Madrid's session at Valdebebas on Tuesday after suffering a muscular problem, and the club had delayed the announcement of the squad to face City, pending medical tests.

A source told ESPN that Mbappé had been pushing to be involved, but would not be 100% fit for the game, and it was yet to be determined if he would make the starting eleven or begin on the bench.

Mbappé has found the net 25 times in all competitions this season, with nine goals for Madrid in the Champions League.

The City game at the Bernabéu is a crucial test for Madrid coach Xabi Alonso, whose po

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