Mbappé, Huijsen & more - Real Madrid injury update ahead of Elche clash

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Published at :November 19, 2025 at 8:40 AM

Modified at :November 19, 2025 at 8:40 AM

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Madrid have been handed plenty of positive injury boosts.

The good news for Real Madrid’s coaching staff is that Kylian Mbappé, Fede Valverde, Thibaut Courtois, Dean Huijsen, and Eduardo Camavinga were all able to finish the training session. Moreover, they are scheduled to play Elche when Los Blancos return to LaLiga action on Sunday.

It appears that all five of those players will be allowed to start, even if they were unable to finish the FIFA international break with their national teams and looked doubtful for the game in Elche.

The return of Dean Huijsen will be a huge help for Xabi Alonso, who has a packed schedule after the November international break. One of the season’s highlights has been the youthful centre-back, who gives the defensive line stability, composure while handling the ball, and a lot of potential.

Dean Huijsen’s availability is like music to the ears

Dean Huijsen’s full availability bolsters Real Madrid’s back line, which will be put to the test in the upcoming weeks as the team continues to push in LaLiga and European competition play.

However, Franco Mastantuono, Antonio Rudiger, and Aurelien Tchouameni are still recovering from their injuries and will attempt to speed up their recuperation in a few days.

Mbappe is also back and available for Sunday action. (Courtesy: LaLiga Content Hub)

Although it appears doubtful that they will play against Elche, they might soon rejoin the team for training. It could eventually allow them to play against teams like Olympiakos and Girona.

Alonso is under pressure to get his team back on track after drawing the previous game before the international window. Currently, at the top of the LaLiga table, Real Madrid and Barcelona are separated by just three points.

The good news for Los Blancos is that, despite being short-staffed owing to injuries, Alonso’s team are the overwhelming favourite. Moreover, Elche’s most recent league victory occurred on September 28.

Is Mbappe fit to play this weekend?

Yes, he has been declared fit to play this weekend.

When will Aurelien Tchouameni return from injury?

He could return against Olympiakos or Girona.

When will Madrid next play?

They will play Elche on Sunday night.

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Rajarshi Shukla

After earning a bachelor's degree in mass media, Rajarshi began his career as a sports writer in 2019, driven by his passion for sports journalism. He has been working in the field for over six years. A devoted fan of Lionel Messi and Barcelona, Rajarshi has been involved in sports since childhood. Before turning his focus to journalism, he even represented his college at the state level. Along with covering football, he enjoys playing the game, watching movies, and experimenting with new recipes in his spare time, as cooking is one of his favorite hobbies.