According to AS, Real Madrid may have to adapt to playing without K. Mbappé for the coming weeks. The French forward has contributed 8 of the team's 20 goals this season, making his absence significant. However, Real Madrid has a strong squad with multiple attacking options, and will be forced to explore different player combinations in Mbappé's absence.

The most logical immediate option is: with the top scorer unavailable, activate the second-choice striker. Jude Bellingham has scored 3 goals this season and is gradually returning to the impressive form he showed in his debut under José Mourinho, though he hasn't yet reached the goal-scoring heights he achieved at Chelsea. Güler's performance in Madrid this season has been excellent, so the Turkish midfielder could play as an attacking midfielder, allowing the English player more freedom in the forward line.

This solution could be combined with other attacking players, particularly on the wings. Vinícius will continue his usual position on the left wing, and although his output hasn't met expectations yet, José Mourinho will continue to trust him. On the right wing, Diomande would be the first choice, with Brahim Díaz as the backup, with the condition that Jude Bellingham plays as the number nine and Güler as the number ten.

This two-player combination represents a dynamic change but not a tactical shift, as José Mourinho is reluctant to deviate from his classic 4-2-3-1 formation. However, it remains to be seen how Jude Bellingham will interpret the more static center-forward role.

If the Portuguese coach finds this plan unclear, he may resort to one of two other options: Mbappé's backup strikers on the squad, Éspí and Endrick. Currently, the Spanish forward has the advantage for clear reasons: he scored two goals in just 26 minutes of play, crucial goals against Real Sociedad and Elche that earned the team 4 points, and against Betis he scored an impressive volley that should have been a goal but was ultimately ruled out for offside.

Éspí, with his distinctive characteristics and technical ability (194 cm tall), is viewed by José Mourinho as a player for specific moments—ideal for the closing stages when Real Madrid is pushing forward and sending continuous crosses into the penalty area, requiring his height and aerial ability. Based on his performances so far, the Valencia player deserves selection without question. However, the possibility cannot be ruled out that to replace Mbappé, José Mourinho will opt for a player with a style closer to his own: Endrick. The Brazilian has played 4 fewer minutes than Éspí, and while he impressed in preseason and caused his proposed move to Roma to be halted, he has had minimal playing time with Real Madrid. However, his loan spell at Lille last season raised hopes about his potential.

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