Kylian Mbappe boost for Real Madrid ahead of Intercontinental Cup final as World Cup winner returns to training in time for another trophy bid

France international Mbappe picked up a thigh injury during a Champions League clash with Atalanta on December 10. That problem prevented him from figuring in a La Liga date with Rayo Vallecano that saw Los Blancos drop more precious points in a 3-3 draw.

There were fears that Mbappe would also be missing for a shot at more major silverware, with European title holders Real in Qatar for a meeting with Mexican outfit CF Pachuca. Carlo Ancelotti’s side head into that game looking to land a second trophy of the season, having already lifted the UEFA Super Cup.

It would appear as though Mbappe will be cleared to play some part in the contest as the 25-year-old is back on the grass. He has been put through his paces on Monday, giving him a little over 48 hours in which to prove his fitness before Ancelotti settles on a matchday squad in the Middle East.

Mbappe will be eager to play his part in another trophy quest, with form starting to be found on the back of a tough start to life in the Spanish capital. He is up to 12 goals for the season, with four of those efforts recorded through his last six appearances.