Arbeloa confirms Mbappe and Bellingham are ready for the trip

Real Madrid head coach Alvaro Arbeloa made an important announcement ahead of the most unusual and high-stakes away match in the Champions League. Zamin.uz reported on this.

He confirmed that the team's leading players, Kylian Mbappe and Jude Bellingham, are fully prepared for the match against Manchester City and have returned to the squad. The Spanish club had won the first leg of the tie with a 3-0 scoreline.

Now, the team is aiming to maintain their dominance at the Etihad Stadium and secure an easy victory on the road. Mbappe has recovered from a left knee injury, while Bellingham has returned to training after overcoming a thigh muscle strain.

The coach stated that both players have adapted to match conditions and are ready to take the field. This significantly expands his options ahead of one of the toughest games.

Despite the return of star players, Arbeloa emphasized that competition for places in the lineup remains fierce. He openly stated that playing time is not guaranteed for anyone and must be earned through constant hard work.

The head coach also analyzed how they successfully contained Erling Haaland in the first match and discussed strategies to neutralize him again. He specifically praised Federico Valverde, who scored a hat-trick, and expressed confidence that he will maintain his freedom in midfield.

Arbeloa also gave a brief and clear answer to questions about his future. He said he is focused solely on the next match and, as the team enters the most decisive stage of the season, he is working with long-term plans in mind.

Source: Goal.com