Real Madrid have confirmed Kylian Mbappé’s latest injury is less serious than first feared. The French forward is expected to miss a limited number of games rather than a long spell on the sidelines. The news comes as a relief for both club and country as the international break continues.

Elsewhere, the Nations League programme continues today with several key fixtures, including Germany against Greece and Norway hosting Portugal. In club news, Manchester City’s chairman has spoken publicly after the club’s recent financial verdict, insisting the squad remains focused on the season ahead.

The transfer rumour mill is already turning towards January, with several Premier League clubs monitoring targets. Arsenal and Manchester United in particular are being linked with midfield and attacking reinforcements as the campaign settles after the first five matchweeks.