Xabi Alonso remains optimistic: the French star could return for the decisive match against Salzburg.
After missing Real Madrid’s Club World Cup opener due to a severe bout of gastroenteritis, Kylian Mbappé is finally on the mend. Hospitalized upon his arrival in the United States, the forward was absent during the 1–1 draw against Al-Hilal.
Ahead of Sunday’s clash with Pachuca, Xabi Alonso provided a positive update during a press conference: “He’s doing better. He left the hospital two days ago and completed all necessary tests. His recovery is going well, and we’re increasingly optimistic about seeing him against Salzburg.”
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