Thunderbolt: Mbappé out until the end of the season!

It’s a black season for the Mbappé family, and just when things seemed like they couldn’t get any worse, another heartbreaking twist has emerged. With the 2024–2025 campaign entering its decisive final stretch, both Kylian and Ethan Mbappé are now officially ruled out for the remainder of the season.

Only weeks after Kylian Mbappé suffered an injury during Paris Saint-Germain’s brutal second-leg Champions League quarter-final clash against Arsenal, his younger brother Ethan has also fallen victim to misfortune. The two siblings, who once shared training grounds at PSG, now share an unfortunate fate on the sidelines.

Ethan Mbappé, the 18-year-old midfielder who made the switch from PSG to Lille OSC (LOSC) in search of regular playing time and career development, sustained a severe hamstring injury during the club’s 31st Ligue 1 matchday against Angers. It was a night that started with promise but ended in agony for the young prospect.

The teenager had been introduced in the second half, aiming to inject some energy into Bruno Genesio’s side. However, just five minutes after entering the pitch, Ethan collapsed to the turf in clear pain. Medical staff quickly intervened, and the midfielder had to be stretchered off, holding the back of his leg — a worrying sight for anyone watching.

Multiple sources close to LOSC have confirmed the diagnosis: a hamstring tear that will rule Ethan out for the rest of the season. This isn’t his first muscular injury this campaign, but it is certainly the most serious, dealing a massive blow to his development during a key year.

Ethan’s struggles with fitness have been a consistent obstacle since his arrival at Lille. While he has managed to show glimpses of his talent when fit, the recurring injuries have prevented him from finding rhythm or consistency in his game. Many hoped the tail end of the season would offer him the platform to shine — but fate had other plans.

Despite the injury setback, Ethan’s spirit remains remarkably positive. In a heartfelt Instagram post shared just a day after the incident, the young midfielder wrote:
“Each of us carries within us the traces of a difficult journey. But even with injuries, the road continues… I’m just getting stronger.”

His message was not just a note of encouragement to his fans, but a public declaration of resilience. It’s the kind of mindset that has made observers believe that, like his elder brother Kylian, Ethan possesses the mental fortitude needed to overcome adversity.

Bruno Genesio, his head coach at Lille, expressed disappointment after the match. Speaking to the press, Genesio said, “It hurts to see him get injured just as he was finding his feet again. He’s a dedicated player, very eager to grow. We’ll support him fully during his recovery.”

This injury comes just weeks after what many considered the most significant moment of Ethan’s young career — his full UEFA Champions League debut against Borussia Dortmund in early March. Though the match ended in a 1-1 draw and he didn’t register a goal or assist, the performance was widely seen as a strong statement of intent from the teenage prodigy.

There had been growing buzz around Ethan as a long-term project at LOSC, with plans to build a midfield trio around him for the next season. His ability to play as a deep-lying playmaker with vision and precision had caught the attention of scouts across Europe.

Sadly, this injury not only halts that trajectory but also casts doubt over whether he will be match-fit in time for preseason training later this summer. LOSC’s medical team is expected to provide a timeline for his return soon, though early indications suggest a three- to four-month rehabilitation period.

This development adds to the string of disappointments that the Mbappé family has endured in recent months. With Kylian’s PSG future still unclear and now sidelined as well, the entire family has been thrown into a difficult emotional and sporting situation.

Kylian, who is expected to complete a highly publicized move to Real Madrid at the end of the season, has also been struggling with injury woes. His participation in Euro 2025 is now under serious doubt — a worrying sign for France manager Didier Deschamps.

For Ethan, the priority now is recovery. His future remains bright, and at just 18, time is still on his side. But for a player touted to carry the Mbappé legacy into a new era, this season’s misfortunes are a sobering reminder of how fragile football careers can be.

Fans, teammates, and analysts alike will be watching his comeback story closely. With the right support, medical care, and mental strength, Ethan Mbappé could return next season stronger than ever.

For now, both Mbappé brothers will be watching the remainder of the 2024–2025 season from the sidelines — united by family, and now, unfortunately, by injury.

Let’s hope the next chapter in the Mbappé story brings more triumph than tragedy.