Bernardo Silva ready for Real Madrid La Liga bow at Espanyol and reunion with Mbappe | OneFootball

Bernardo Silva is preparing to make his La Liga debut for Real Madrid at Espanyol after a strong pre-season, and he is relishing a reunion with Kylian Mbappe in the Spanish capital.

According to Goal.com, the Portugal international has settled quickly since his arrival, with Los Blancos opening at the RCDE Stadium as competitive action resumes.

Silva looked back on two seasons with Mbappe at Monaco, when the forward was 17 or 18, saying their on-field connection was strong and that they have crossed paths many times since, against Paris, France and Madrid.

He described Mbappe as a unique match-winner who supplies goals and chances, and said they will work to rebuild their understanding to bring joy to Real Madrid.

Looking ahead to Catalonia, Silva said winning is the aim and stressed that every match matters, insisting three points at Espanyol are vital if Madrid are to challenge for La Liga.

He added that so-called smaller fixtures must carry the same weight as the big games and that they want to start strong with a victory. With friendlies complete, Jose Mourinho's side prepare to travel for their opener, and attention will turn to the starting line-up and how Silva and Mbappe are deployed.

Source: Goal.com

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