As Real Madrid gears up for their LaLiga showdown against Getafe this Sunday, Xabi Alonso has received encouraging news from the training ground. Franco Mastantuono has made a swift return to full training, while Kylian Mbappé is on track to recover from a minor ankle injury. Additionally, both Dani Carvajal and Trent Alexander-Arnold are nearing their long-awaited comebacks, providing Alonso with much-needed options as he navigates a challenging fixture list.
Mastantuono’s return is particularly noteworthy for Los Blancos. The young Argentine forward had caused concern after sustaining a muscle injury during a match against Villarreal, which led to him leaving the Argentina national team training camp prematurely. Fortunately for Madrid fans, the club has confirmed that the injury was minor. Following a brief period of rest and rehabilitation, Mastantuono is back in action and could feature against Getafe, depending on Alonso’s tactical decisions. Initially diagnosed with a mild left thigh strain by Argentina’s medical staff, Mastantuono’s swift recovery bodes well for his prospects this season.
Mbappé’s Recovery Progress
Kylian Mbappé is also making significant strides in his recovery from an ankle knock sustained during international duty. The French forward was held out of the early training sessions this week as a precautionary measure after Madrid’s medical team ruled out any serious damage. The expectation is that he will gradually reintegrate into full training ahead of Sunday’s match at Coliseum Alfonso Pérez. His presence on the pitch would undoubtedly bolster Madrid’s attacking options as they look to maintain their momentum in the league.
Defensive Reinforcements on the Horizon
On the defensive front, Dani Carvajal and Trent Alexander-Arnold are both in the final stages of their recovery from muscle injuries. This development comes as a relief for Xabi Alonso, who has had to adapt his lineup due to their absences. Carvajal, sidelined since September 27 due to a soleus injury sustained in the Madrid derby, will miss both the upcoming matches against Getafe and Juventus but is hopeful for a return in time for El Clásico on October 26. Meanwhile, Alexander-Arnold has been recuperating from a hamstring injury picked up during the Champions League opener against Marseille on September 16. Although he has missed five matches already, his rehabilitation appears to be progressing well.
During their absence, Alonso has been forced to experiment with different players at right-back, utilizing Marco Asensio and Fede Valverde in that role. With both natural full-backs still recovering, it seems likely that Asensio and Valverde will continue to fill in until Carvajal or Alexander-Arnold can return to action.
In another positive development, Ferland Mendy has rejoined group training after being sidelined for 170 days due to a muscle injury sustained in the Copa del Rey Final against Barcelona. Although Mendy may not play a pivotal role this season, his return adds depth to the squad. Depending on how he regains match fitness, Alonso might consider deploying him as a left-sided center-back in certain tactical setups.
As Real Madrid prepares for their clash with Getafe, the potential return of key players could significantly impact their performance. Will Mbappé be fit enough to feature? And how will Alonso integrate his returning stars into an already dynamic squad? The answers could define Madrid’s pursuit of LaLiga glory this season.
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