Boost for Real Madrid as top scorer returns to normal training, likely to start vs Man City | OneFootball

Real Madrid have had a difficult few weeks, having to deal with numerous injuries and a slight drop in performance.

However, their recent results, including a 3-0 win over Man City and a 4-1 win over Elche CF, have indicated that things are looking up.

Now, to make things even better, it appears Real Madrid will soon be boosted by the return of their talismanic forward, Kylian Mbappe.

Mbappe to start vs Manchester City

According to Diario AS, Mbappe has returned to normal training after struggling with an injury in the last few matches.

The Frenchman trained normally with the rest of his teammates today and has not shown any signs of setbacks.

Kylian Mbappe is likely to start against Manchester City. (Photo by Juan Manuel Serrano Arce/Getty Images)

Therefore, the report suggests the talismanic forward is more than likely to start against Manchester City, in the second leg of the Round of 16 clash in the UEFA Champions League this coming week.

This will serve as a major boost for Los Blancos, who are hoping to maintain their three-goal lead from the first leg.

Given the way Man City performed, attack could be the best defence for Real Madrid, and that is where Mbappe could be handy.

The Frenchman could make life very difficult for the English giants with his pace and ability to find himself in goalscoring opportunities. His partnership with Vinicius Jr. could also prove to be crucial.

That said, Real Madrid must be cautious with Mbappe’s fitness as well, knowing it will be more important to have the former PSG star available later in the season, provided the team can successfully defend the lead vs Man City.

Real Madrid, meanwhile, may also be boosted by the return of Alvaro Carreras, though Raul Asencio remains a doubt.