Madrid's injury crisis deepens as Mbappe, Bellingham, and Brahim face fitness tests

Real Madrid's injury woes have taken a turn for the worse as key attackers Kylian Mbappe, Jude Bellingham, and Brahim Diaz are set to undergo medical tests following their return from Liverpool with various discomforts. 

The club's medical staff will assess the trio on Friday to determine their availability for Sunday's match against Getafe. This latest development compounds Real Madrid's injury crisis, which has now shifted from the defensive line to the attacking front. 

With Rodrygo and Vinicius Jr. already sidelined, the potential absence of Mbappe could leave the team without its entire first-choice attacking trident. The situation is further complicated by doubts over Aurelien Tchouameni's fitness for the Getafe fixture. 

As a result, manager Ancelotti may be forced to rely heavily on academy players to fill the gaps in his squad. The mounting injury list presents a significant challenge for Real Madrid as they attempt to maintain their competitive edge in both domestic and European competitions.