Jude Bellingham is fit and available for Real Madrid's derby clash against Atlético Madrid, coach Álvaro Arbeloa confirmed Saturday. The England midfielder has recovered from a hamstring injury that sidelined him since February 1, though he didn't play in Wednesday's Champions League win over Manchester City.

Arbeloa said Bellingham will be in the squad and expects him to feature, praising the midfielder's intelligence and readiness to help the team. The news comes as Kylian Mbappé also returns to full fitness after a knee sprain, with the French forward making his comeback as a substitute against City. Both players face international duty this month, with Bellingham joining England's squad and Mbappé heading to France's camp.

Madrid suffered a 5-2 defeat to Atlético earlier this season but has improved under Arbeloa's interim management. The coach acknowledged he'll need tactical adjustments to accommodate both stars, noting the difference between playing with them versus other midfielders. Arbeloa also addressed Thibaut Courtois's ongoing muscular injury and praised defender Antonio Rüdiger, whose contract expires this summer.