Three Real Madrid stars return to team training ahead of Inter Milan clash
Real Madrid players Aurelien Tchouameni, Thiago Pitarch, and Endrick have returned to team training under manager Jose Mourinho. The boost comes ahead of a crucial Champions League match against Inter Milan following a recent league defeat.
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Real Madrid have received a major triple fitness boost ahead of their Champions League meeting with Inter Milan.
Training photos showed that Aurelien Tchouameni, Thiago Pitarch and Endrick had all returned to team training under Jose Mourinho.
The timing could hardly be better for Mourinho, who was running out of options in midfield for the Champions League game.
Madrid are preparing for an important European test after suffering their first defeat of the season against Real Betis.
Tchouameni's recovery is arguably the biggest development.
The French midfielder had been dealing with groin discomfort, with Madrid determined not to take unnecessary risks over his return.
Aurelien Tchouameni has been out injured for a while now. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)
Mourinho values his physical presence and ability to provide balance in midfield, qualities that could become particularly useful against Inter.
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