Kylian Mbappe has handed Real Madrid a timely fitness boost ahead of the Intercontinental Cup final, with the World Cup winner back in training.

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• Frenchman has been nursing thigh problem
• Back on the grass ahead of clash with Pachuca
• Could play some part in Qatar-based contest

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  France international Mbappe picked up a thigh injury during a Champions League clash with Atalanta on December 10. That problem prevented him from figuring in a La Liga date with Rayo Vallecano that saw Los Blancos drop more precious points in a 3-3 draw.

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• THE BIGGER PICTURE

  There were fears that Mbappe would also be missing for a shot at more major silverware, with European title holders Real in Qatar for a meeting with Mexican outfit CF Pachuca. Carlo Ancelotti’s side head into that game looking to land a second trophy of the season, having already lifted the UEFA Super Cup.

• DID YOU KNOW?

  It would appear as though Mbappe will be cleared to play some part in the contest as the 25-year-old is back on the grass. He has been put through his paces on Monday, giving him a little over 48 hours in which to prove his fitness before Ancelotti settles on a matchday squad in the Middle East.

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• WHAT NEXT?

  Mbappe will be eager to play his part in another trophy quest, with form starting to be found on the back of a tough start to life in the Spanish capital. He is up to 12 goals for the season, with four of those efforts recorded through his last six appearances.

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