Real Madrid received a double boost on Wednesday as Kylian Mbappé and Dani Carvajal completed a full training session ahead of Thursday's La Liga clash against Oviedo at the Santiago Bernabéu. The positive news comes at a crucial point in the season, with Álvaro Arbeloa's side looking to maintain momentum in the league's final stretch.
The session at Valdebebas was a focused affair, blending tactical preparation with sharpness drills. Players kicked off with mobility and reaction-speed exercises before transitioning into rondos and possession work. The intensity then ramped up with tactical drills and an internal practice match, followed by shooting and set-piece routines to fine-tune the attacking edge.
Mbappé's potential return is particularly noteworthy as the French forward chases the Pichichi trophy—La Liga's top scorer award—adding an extra layer of intrigue to the final games. Carvajal's availability, meanwhile, brings valuable experience to the backline. Arbeloa now faces key decisions on whether to thrust either player straight back into the starting XI or ease them in from the bench.
There was also encouraging news on the recovery front: Dean Huijsen completed part of the session with the team, signaling progress in his comeback. However, the treatment room remains busy. Ferland Mendy, Éder Militão, Arda Güler, Rodrygo, and Federico Valverde all continued individualized recovery programs and sat out full team participation.
Goalkeeper Andriy Lunin was absent from training due to a viral infection and is expected to miss the match. It's an unfortunate turn for the Ukrainian, who spent part of his career on loan at Oviedo and would have faced his former club. His absence leaves a gap between the posts that Arbeloa will need to address.
Despite the off-field buzz following Florentino Pérez's presidential election announcement earlier this week, the mood at Valdebebas remained firmly locked on football. With the league campaign entering its decisive phase, Madrid are keeping their eyes on the prize—and Thursday night offers another chance to prove their mettle.