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Boost for Arbeloa as four Real Madrid stars could return against Atletico Madrid
Real Madrid could be set to receive a timely boost ahead of their crucial clash against Atletico Madrid, with Jude Bellingham edging closer to a return.
According to a report from MARCA, the English midfielder is now back in full training and could be handed minutes in Sunday’s derby at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Real Madrid are currently finalising their preparations for one of the most important fixtures of their domestic campaign, and while there are still several notable absentees, there is also growing optimism within the squad.
Heading into the match, the team will be without key figures such as Thibaut Courtois, Rodrygo, Eder Militao, Dani Ceballos, and Ferland Mendy, all of whom remain sidelined.
However, there is better news when it comes to players who had been dealing with minor issues.
Welcome boost for Real Madrid
Notably, Bellingham, recently selected for the national team duty, is among those now available again, having completed a full training session, which is his first since picking up the injury.
The midfielder is expected to be included in the matchday squad, with the coaching staff considering giving him valuable minutes.
Although he was part of the travelling squad for the Champions League clash against Manchester City, he ultimately did not make the final match list.
This time, however, the situation appears more favourable, with his physical condition showing clear improvement.
Furthermore, there are also other players set to return to the fold.
The likes of Alvaro Carreras and David Alaba are both expected to be available after travelling for the City match without featuring.
Meanwhile, Raul Asencio is also in line to rejoin the squad after missing recent fixtures against Elche and Man City.
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Arsenal in contact with Real Madrid forward’s camp over potential transfer – report
Doubts about Rodrygo Goes’ long-term future at Real Madrid having been growing for some time.
The Brazilian’s situation had become uncomfortable over the past couple of seasons as he experienced a sudden decline in form. And, just when it seemed like he was about to turn things around, an ACL injury ruled him out in March earlier this year.
With Rodrygo now facing an extended spell on the sidelines, his recovery will be crucial. He is expected to return in December or January, and the club will monitor how he responds physically before determining what role he will play under Jose Mourinho.
Arsenal keeping tabs on Rodrygo
Now, according to TEAMtalk (h/t Bernabeu Digital), Arsenal are in contact with Rodrygo’s representatives over a potential future move.
The report states that the Gunners had already attempted to sign the Brazilian before his injury, and their interest has now resurfaced ahead of a possible move in the summer of 2027.
The Premier League champions had also explored the possibility of signing Vinicius Jr. from Real Madrid this past summer, before he signed a new long-term contract at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Now, their attention seems to have switched Vinicius’ fellow Brazilian forward who is closing in on his return from the ACL rupture.
Real Madrid want to keep Rodrygo until the summer
As already reported, Rodrygo will not leave Real Madrid in January. The intention is for the winger to regain full fitness and become available to Mourinho for the second half of the season.
Real Madrid are not considering selling the former Santos wonderkid during the January transfer window.
Instead, the club intend to reassess his situation next summer, once he has had the opportunity to recover and demonstrate his form on the pitch.
The plan is to have the Brazilian fit and available for the second half of the campaign before making a final decision at the end of the season.
Rodrygo’s performances after returning from injury, together with Mourinho’s assessment of his role in the squad, will help determine what happens next.
Depending on those factors, Real Madrid could consider allowing him to leave or decide that he still has an important future at the Santiago Bernabeu.
For now, Arsenal’s interest remains a possibility to watch, but Real Madrid are focused on Rodrygo’s recovery rather than negotiating a January departure.
