According to rumors from the Spanish press, Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham finished the team’s training session on Friday and will most likely be available for Sunday’s Madrid Derby between Atlético and Los Blancos. But because this will be his first game following a protracted recuperation from the hamstring injury he sustained against Rayo Vallecano, it is improbable that he will be in the starting eleven.
Only Courtois, Ceballos, Militao, Mendy, and Rodrygo will be absent from the match, as Real Madrid’s roster is expected to include Álvaro Carreras, Raúl Asencio, and David Alaba.
Arbeloa won’t be expected to make significant rotations ahead of a much-needed FIFA break because this is an important game for Madrid and they’ve had some time off since their encounter against Manchester City on Tuesday. Atlético will undoubtedly attempt to keep Los Blancos from obtaining the three points if they are to contend for the championship this year.
Jude Bellingham close to return for Madrid derby
Jude Bellingham will return after Kylian Mbappe on Tuesday following his knee injury, according to Diario AS. He participated in a portion of the team’s training session on Thursday, and after missing over six weeks, he has a chance to make the bench. Bellingham is also recovering from a hamstring strain.
Eder Militao, Dani Ceballos, Ferland Mendy, Rodrygo Goes, and Courtois are now on Real Madrid’s injured list for the derby. After the international break, all three—aside from Rodrygo and Courtois—are anticipated to return, with Militao making headlines following a seven-month absence. However, he will probably be reintegrated gradually.
Alvaro Arbeloa must choose whether to start or come off the bench now that Mbappe is back. He has been called up for international duty by France, indicating that a quick return to fitness is anticipated. For spots in the back four, Carreras and Asencio will face off against Fran Garcia, Antonio Rudiger, and Dean Huijsen.
