Real Madrid injury update: Superstar forward expected to return for national team after missing Italy defeat

Real Madrid injury update: Superstar forward expected to return for national team after missing Italy defeat France and Zinedine Zidane were reminded just how difficult it is to play without Real Madrid superstar Kylian Mbappe. The 27-year-old forward missed Les Bleus ‘ game against Italy with a hamstring injury, and his absence was felt. France lost 3-1 to Roberto Mancini’s side and will be hoping to return to winning ways against Turkey. Now, according to Diario AS , France have received a boost, with Mbappe returning to training ahead of the important game. Mbappe returns to training after injury scare The Real Madrid superstar participated in Friday’s training session at the Matmut Atlantique stadium in Bordeaux. His hamstring discomfort had kept him out of the first game, but his condition has improved considerably, and he now looks ready to return to the pitch. France felt the absence of their captain Kylian Mbappe against Italy. (Photo by Juan Manuel Serrano Arce/Getty Images) Zidane had already indicated as much, revealing that the plan had always been to have him available for the game against Turkey. “I hope he is ready for Sunday. That was the plan: for him to rest because he was a little sore and have the chance to play,” Zidane explained. France have always maintained that Mbappe’s absence was strictly precautionary and have insisted that he remain with the squad . Real Madrid hoping to avoid further complications Les Bleus ‘ defeat against Italy has increased the importance of Sunday’s encounter, with Zidane’s side needing a victory over Turkey. France must also hope Italy fail to defeat Belgium if they are to reclaim top spot in their group. A lot is riding on this weekend’s game. Mbappe has been in excellent form under Jose Mourinho. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images) For Real Madrid, though, the priority is ensuring France do not rush Mbappe back and that he comes through the game unscathed. Jose Mourinho’s side are extremely dependent on the Frenchman for goals, with Mbappe finding the back of the net in his last seven appearances. While his return to group training is encouraging, Los Blancos would ideally hope that he is not risked against Turkey unless he is 100% fit. With Los Blancos set to face Celta next weekend, Mourinho will hope to have his star striker fully fit for the game. It remains to be seen how things play out.