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Real Madrid superstar expected to start vs Villarreal after returning to Spain to continue recovery

Kylian Mbappe is already back in Madrid. The Real Madrid forward landed at Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport this morning accompanied by his partner, Ester Exposito, at 11:16am, according to AS. Re…

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Published: Monday, 5 October 2026 at 11:00 AM

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Kylian Mbappé has returned to Madrid and is expected to be available against Villarreal following a knee injury.
Mbappé officially rejoined first-team training sessions at Valdebebas under manager Jose Mourinho.
The French forward landed at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport on Monday morning ahead of team preparations.

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Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappé has returned to Madrid and resumed first-team training ahead of the upcoming La Liga match against Villarreal at the Santiago Bernabéu. The French international had been recovering from a recent knee problem suffered during the international break, but reports indicate he is now expected to be available for selection.

According to AS, Mbappé landed at Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas Airport on Monday morning after traveling. Despite recent media speculation surrounding his off-pitch conduct, the forward participated in group training under manager Jose Mourinho as Real Madrid prepare for a crucial run of fixtures.

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Real Madrid superstar expected to start vs Villarreal after returning to Spain to continue recovery

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