Kylian Mbappé and David Alaba share a very strong relationship. In 2022, the French star faced off against the formidable Austrian defender, who managed to block several of his shots during the memorable Champions League match

Now, Mbappé wants to leverage Alaba’s ability to make precise passes into space. In discussions with several of his teammates, he spoke highly of Alaba’s return, stating, “He is a great player, one of the toughest opponents I’ve ever faced.” Alaba also plays a leadership role in the locker room and has grown very close to Mbappé since joining the team.

According to information from the Spanish newspaper “Defensa Central”, Mbappé isn’t the only one relieved by Alaba’s return. The entire team is thrilled to see Alaba smiling as he travels with the group, preparing to return to action after a year-long absence from official matches. As for Carlo Ancelotti, he seems more at ease with the defensive situation now that the Austrian defender is set to make his return.

Though Alaba’s form and fitness after the serious injury are still being monitored, the club remains optimistic. Previously, they were more pessimistic, but now they believe Alaba could offer several more seasons of high-level football. This is great news for the coaching staff, who will have more options to rotate defenders.

On a personal level, Alaba is eager to enjoy playing football again. With a contract lasting until June 30, 2026, he has only experienced two seasons with Real Madrid so far. Now, he is determined to make the fans happy during this crucial phase of the season, especially after many had questioned his career due to his injury setbacks. He is working hard to return in top form for the second half of the season