- Mbappé played every minute at the World Cup, but he has had time off to recharge his batteries and has also worked out before his return, even at UD Ibiza’s facilities alongside his former PSG teammate Achraf.
- Mbappé brought his vacation forward by two days, stating that there is no time to lose.
- Cucurella, Mbappé, Tchouameni and Konaté rejoined the squad in training this Monday after passing their preseason medicals at the Sanitas Hospital.
- Courtois had rejoined the group during the weekend; only Bellingham remains away from the team, set to report back on Wednesday.
- Mbappé trained under Mourinho's orders, with Mourinho speaking to him this morning about being the main reference point in attack.
- Cucurella, Mbappé, Tchouameni and Konaté have already joined Real Madrid after their participation in the World Cup, undergoing the first part of their medical examination at the Ciudad Real Madrid.
- Konaté wants to win back his place at Madrid in the heart of the defense after a difficult year at Liverpool and being a substitute at the World Cup under Deschamps.
- Cucurella is expected to establish himself as the left-back, seen as a top-class signing for Mourinho.
Kylian Mbappé, Marc Cucurella, and Ibrahima Konaté have returned to Real Madrid training after their World Cup commitments, with Mbappé cutting his vacation short by two days to get a head start under José Mourinho. The trio successfully passed their medical examinations at the Sanitas Hospital and are now integrating into the squad.12578
Only Jude Bellingham remains absent, expected to report back on Wednesday, while Aurelien Tchouameni has also rejoined the team. The early return of Mbappé, who played every minute at the World Cup, reflects his commitment to the upcoming season. He has been working out during his time off, including training at UD Ibiza alongside former PSG teammate Achraf Hakimi.4
Cucurella, a recent signing, is anticipated to establish himself as a key player in the left-back position, bringing World Cup experience to the squad. His addition is seen as a significant boost for Mourinho's plans. Meanwhile, Konaté aims to reclaim his spot in defense after a challenging year at Liverpool and limited playing time during the World Cup.
As the preseason progresses, the integration of these players is crucial for Real Madrid's ambitions in the upcoming season, with fans hopeful for a strong performance from the new recruits.
“Mbappé trained at UD Ibiza's facilities with former PSG teammate Achraf during his break, and he played every minute at the World Cup. Only Jude Bellingham remains absent, set to report back Wednesday, while Courtois rejoined over the weekend.”
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