Kylian Mbappe provides a boost for Real Madrid ahead of the Atletico derby

Kylian Mbappe is set to return for Real Madrid in the Madrid derby against Atletico Madrid, handing Alvaro Arbeloa a huge attacking lift at a key point in the La Liga season.

The French superstar has completed full training with the squad two days before the round 29 clash and is reported to have fully recovered from the knee injury that kept him out recently.

With medical and coaching staff now satisfied with his condition, Mbappe is expected to be included in the matchday squad, giving Real Madrid back their main goal threat and transition outlet for one of the most intense fixtures on the calendar. His comeback arrives just as Los Blancos look to tighten their grip on the title race and maintain strong momentum heading into the final stretch of the campaign.

Beyond the immediate boost for the derby, Mbappe’s return also eases the physical load on teammates who have carried extra responsibility in his absence, allowing Arbeloa more flexibility in his front line and game plan for the run-in.