Kylian Mbappe has said he and Cristiano Ronaldo “speak frequently”, amid reports the 39-year-old could make a sensational return to the Bernabeu. Ronaldo has been linked with a shock move back to Real Madrid as he considers whether to sign a new contract at Al Nassr or seek a fresh challenge.

Resting players with one eye on Copa Del Rey play, Real Madrid were able to come back for a 3-2 victory over Leganes on Saturday. After Kylian Mbappe opened the scoring from the spot, the relegation-threatened side fought back to lead at the half,