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Atletico Madrid have launched a scathing attack on city rivals Real Madrid, mocking their medical staff over Federico Valverde's surprisingly quick return to fitness. The Uruguayan was named in Jose Mourinho's latest squad just weeks after supposedly suffering a severe ankle sprain, prompting a highly sarcastic response from the Metropolitano outfit.

Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has come out swinging in defence of Kylian Mbappe, labelling the recent scrutiny of the forward’s off-pitch activities as totally absurd. The French superstar found himself under fire after visiting a nightclub and holidaying in Switzerland while sidelined with an injury during the international break.

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Real Madrid have been handed a major boost as Kylian Mbappe has officially returned to first-team training under the watchful eye of Jose Mourinho. The French superstar is now expected to feature in this weekend's clash against Villarreal at the Santiago Bernabeu after recovering from a recent knee issue.